Noun: activation ,ak-ti'vey-shun
- The activity of causing to have energy and be active
"The activation of the new power plant provided electricity to thousands";
- energizing, activating, energising [Brit]
- Stimulation of activity in an organism or chemical
"The activation of certain genes can lead to the development of specific traits"
- Making active and effective (as a bomb)
"The activation of the nuclear warhead required a special code"; "The terrorist's plan included the activation of several explosive devices"
Derived forms: activations
Type of: activity, beginning, commencement, start, stimulation
Antonym: deactivation, inactivation
Encyclopedia: Activation