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activated

/ˈæktɪveɪtɪd/

/ˈæktɪˌveɪtɪd/

activatedpast participle

/ˈæktɪveɪtɪd/

/ˈæktɪˌveɪtɪd/

More precise tagging: the adjective is a past-participle form, not a simple descriptive adjective.

Translations

activé

The activated alarm system alerted the authorities immediately.

Le système d’alarme activé a immédiatement alerté les autorités.

Definitions

Set in motion or made active.

The activated alarm system alerted the authorities immediately.

Chemically treated to increase its effectiveness, often used in reference to carbon or charcoal.

The activated charcoal was used to purify the water.

Synonyms

Antonyms

activateverb

activated

Past Simple

activated

Past Simple

activated

Past Participle

activating

ing-form

/ˈæktɪveɪt/

/ˈæktɪˌveɪt/

Translations

activerUsage courant, notamment en informatique et pour des dispositifs.

Please activate the new software before using it.

Veuillez activer le nouveau logiciel avant de l'utiliser.

déclencherRéactions, processus.

A small spark can activate the alarm system.

Une petite étincelle peut déclencher le système d'alarme.

mobiliserMilitaire.

The government activated the reserve battalion to assist with disaster relief.

Le gouvernement a mobilisé le bataillon de réserve pour aider aux opérations de secours.

Additional translations

activerChimie.

Definitions

To make something active or operative.

The technician will activate the new software on your computer.

To trigger a reaction or start a process.

The chemical will activate when it comes into contact with water.

To convert a substance into a reactive form.

The enzyme will activate the compound, making it more effective.

To place a military or reserve unit on active duty or into operational service.

The government activated the reserve battalion to assist with disaster relief.

Synonyms

turn on

set in motion

Antonyms