Meaning ofactivatein English

Verb

1. to put a device into action or motion; trigger
   The engineer will activate the machine at the factory.
2. to stimulate growth or activity; encourage development
   The new policy aims to activate economic growth in the region.
3. to unlock software; provide a license
   The company will activate the new software with a license key.
4. to organize a military unit; create a station
   The general will activate the special forces unit for the mission.
5. to increase reactivity; excite molecules
   High temperatures can activate chemical reactions in the atmosphere.
6. to enable a system or molecule to function effectively
   The protein will activate the immune system to fight the infection.
7. to speed up a chemical reaction (by heating, etc.)
   The scientist added a catalyst to activate the reaction in the lab.
8. to make radioactive; alter atomic structure
   The nuclear reactor will activate the radioactive isotopes in the fuel.
9. to aerate for organic decomposition
   The farmer will activate the compost pile to speed up decomposition.
10. to bring a player back after injury; restore to active status
    The coach will activate the injured player after a medical clearance.