actuate [verb]

Definition of actuate:

give an incentive for action

Synonyms of actuate:

● Incite

● Motivate

● Move

● Prompt

● Propel

● Activate

● Impel

● Drive

● Operate

● Trigger


Opposite/Antonyms of actuate:

● Impede

● Stop

● Deactivate

● Check

● Inhibit

● Prevent

● Restrain

● Deter

● Repress

● Suppress


Sentence/Example of actuate:

The bill covers not only pieces or controller records, but also the machines which they actuate.