actuates
|ac-tu-ates|
B2
/ˈæk.tʃuˌeɪts/
(actuate)
activate or motivate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actuate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'actuare,' where 'actu-' meant 'to drive' or 'to do.'
Historical Evolution
'actuare' transformed into the French word 'actuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'actuate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to drive or do something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to activate or motivate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to put into motion or action; to activate.
The engineer actuates the machine with a simple switch.
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Verb 2
to motivate or incite someone to act.
Her speech actuates the team to work harder.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 18:51