ACTIVATED - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

(of sewage) treated with aeration and bacteria to aid decomposition

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adjective

(of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Adjective

rendered active; e.g. rendered radioactive or luminescent or photosensitive or conductive

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Adjective

(military) set up and placed on active assignment

Example: a newly activated unit

Synonyms

Spark, Aerate, Activate, Trigger off, Set off

Antonyms

Inactivate