activate

/əktɪˈveɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something operational or effective; to turn something on or start it

“The new software will be activated next week.”

2. noun

the act or process of making something operational or effective

“The activation of the new policy is expected to boost the economy.”

3. verb (transitive)

to give power or authority to something or someone

“The company will activate its employees to work on the new project.”

4. verb (intransitive)

to become operational or effective; to start working

“The new system will activate once the setup is complete.”

Synonyms

  • energize
  • initiate

Antonyms

  • deactivate
  • inactivate