actuating Definition
- 1causing a machine or device to operate or move
- 2motivating or inciting someone to take action
Using actuating: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "actuating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The actuating mechanism of the robot arm was damaged.
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The manager's speech was very inspiring and actuating.
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The new policy is aimed at actuating employees to work harder.
actuating Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for actuating
Antonyms for actuating
Origins of actuating
from Latin 'actus', meaning 'a doing'
Summary: actuating in Brief
'Actuating' [ˈæktʃueɪtɪŋ] describes causing a machine or device to operate or move, as in 'The actuating mechanism of the robot arm was damaged.' It can also refer to motivating or inciting someone to take action, as in 'The manager's speech was very inspiring and actuating.' Synonyms include 'activating,' 'driving,' and 'triggering,' while antonyms include 'stopping,' 'halting,' and 'inhibiting.'
