Aussprachen (2)
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/ˈæktɪˌveɪt/
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ˈæktɪˌveɪt
Verb
To encourage development or induce increased activity; to stimulate.
Gebrauch- transitiv
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activate the economy
To put a device, mechanism (alarm etc.) or system into action or motion; to trigger, to actuate, to set off, to enable.
Gebrauch- transitiv
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The pranksters activated the fire alarm by spraying deodorant next to it.
To render more reactive; excite.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To render a molecule reactive, active, or effective in performing its function.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To render a substance radioactive.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To hasten a chemical reaction, especially by heating.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To remove the limitations of demoware by providing a license; to unlock.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To aerate in order to aid decomposition of organic matter.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To organize or create a military unit or station.
Gebrauch- transitiv
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A new squadron was activated.
To bring a player back after an injury.
Gebrauch- transitiv
To enter an active state.
Gebrauch- intransitiv
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The burglar alarm activates automatically.
Verb
put in motion or move to act
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trigger a reaction
actuate the circuits
make active or more active
- Antonyme
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activate an old file
make more adsorptive
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activate a metal
aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter
- Synonyme
make (substances) radioactive