actuated

The word “actuated” has 4 syllables: ac-tu-at-ed

It's pronounced as /ˈæk.tʃu.eɪ.tɪd/


What is synonym and antonym for actuated?

In the thesaurus, “actuated” has 58 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for actuated along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for actuated

Antonyms for actuated

  • arrested
  • braked
  • bridled
  • checked
  • constrained
  • contained
  • controlled
  • curbed
  • cut
  • cut off
  • cut out
  • deactivated
  • decelerated
  • drew up
  • halted
  • inhibited
  • jammed
  • killed
  • regulated
  • repressed
  • restrained
  • shut off
  • slowed
  • stalled
  • stopped
  • stuck
  • stunted
  • suppressed
  • turned off

Meanings of actuated

  • verb
    1. To activate, or to put into motion; to animate.
    2. To incite to action; to motivate.

Example Sentences

  • The machine was actuated by a small electric motor.
  • His curiosity actuated him to explore new scientific theories.
  • The alarm system is actuated whenever the sensors detect movement.
  • A sudden impulse actuated her decision to change careers.
  • The valve was automatically actuated to control the flow of water.

On this page you'll find 87 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to actuated, such as: abetted, accelerated, activated, aroused, arrested, braked, bridled.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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quickened

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kicked over

ran

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  • administer
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