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activating

UK
/ˈæktɪveɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈæktɪˌveɪtɪŋ/

Translations

activatingnoun
UK
/ˈæktɪveɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈæktɪˌveɪtɪŋ/
Gerund functioning as an uncountable noun meaning the act or process of activating.
The activating of the system took less than a minute.
L’activation du système a pris moins d’une minute.
activatinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈæktɪveɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈæktɪˌveɪtɪŋ/
Used as a present-participle adjective describing something that causes activation or stimulation.
stimulantSens figuré ou physiologique, « qui stimule, qui dynamise ».
The activating effects of the caffeine in the coffee helped her stay awake during the meeting.
Les effets stimulants de la caféine dans le café l’ont aidée à rester éveillée pendant la réunion.
Additional translations
activantSens technique, « qui met en activité ».
Synonyms
stimulating
invigorating
inspiring
motivating
energizing
activateverb

activating

Gerund

activated
Past Simple
activated
Past Participle
activating
Gerund
UK
/ˈæktɪveɪt/
US
/ˈæktɪˌveɪt/
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.
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.
Additional translations
activerChimie.
Synonyms
initiate
trigger
engage
turn on
set in motion
enable
launch
start
Antonyms
deactivate
disable
halt
stop
suspend

Definitions

activatingnoun
The act or process of making something active or operational.
The activating of the system took less than a minute.
activatinggerund / present participle
Causing something to start working or functioning.
The activating enzyme plays a crucial role in the metabolic process.
Stimulating or energizing, often used to describe something that increases alertness or activity.
The activating effects of the caffeine in the coffee helped her stay awake during the meeting.
activateverb
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.
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