activated

[ˈæktɪveɪtɪd]

activated Definition

• 1. made active or functional
• 2. stimulated or excited to action

Using activated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "activated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The alarm system was activated when the intruder broke in.

• Example

  The enzyme was activated by the addition of a specific chemical.

• Example

  The audience was activated by the speaker's passionate speech.

activated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for activated

• operational
• functioning
• working
• live
• energized

Antonyms for activated

• deactivated
• inactive
• dormant
• idle
• passive

Phrases with activated

• activate an account

  to set up or enable an account so that it can be used

  Example

  You need to activate your new account before you can start using it.

• activate a plan

  to put a plan into action or make it operational

  Example

  The company activated its emergency plan when the power went out.

• activate a muscle

  to stimulate or contract a muscle, typically through exercise or movement

  Example

  The physical therapist showed her how to activate her core muscles during the workout.

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Summary: activated in Brief

The term 'activated' [ˈæktɪveɪtɪd] refers to something that has been made active or functional, or stimulated or excited to action. It is often used in the context of technology, such as activating an account or device, but can also refer to people being motivated or energized. Examples include 'The alarm system was activated when the intruder broke in.' and 'The audience was activated by the speaker's passionate speech.' Phrases like 'activate an account' and 'activate a plan' denote setting up or putting into action, while 'activate a muscle' refers to stimulating or contracting a muscle through exercise.