activation

/ˌæk.tɪˈveɪʃən, ˌæk.tɪˈveɪtʃən/ or /ˌæk.tɪvˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the process or state of being activated; the act of making something active or effective

“The activation of the emergency response system took several minutes.”

2. noun

a signal or event that triggers an action or process

“The activation of the alarm system was due to a security breach.”

3. noun

the state of being activated or made effective

“The activation of the new policy has led to significant changes in the company.”

4. verb

to make something active or effective

“The software will be activated once you enter the correct code.”

5. verb

to trigger an action or process

“The button will be activated when you press it.”

6. verb

to make something operational or functional

“The new system will be activated next month.”

Synonyms

  • activate
  • enable
  • initiate
  • trigger

Antonyms

  • deactivation
  • disable
  • inactivation