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ACTIVATE

/ˈæktɪˌveɪt/

8 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of ACTIVATE

verb

To encourage development or induce increased activity; to stimulate.

verb

To put a device, mechanism (alarm etc.) or system into action or motion; to trigger, to actuate, to set off, to enable.

verb

To render more reactive; excite.

Synonyms of ACTIVATE

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of ACTIVATE

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Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
15
points

Is ACTIVATE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ACTIVATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: ACTIVATE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ACTIVATE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter activate Total
Scrabble 13114111 13
WWF 14115111 15

Anagrams of ACTIVATE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

How to Use ACTIVATE in Word Games

ACTIVATE is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ACTIVATE to find 78 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ACTIVATE

What does ACTIVATE mean?
ACTIVATE is a verb. To encourage development or induce increased activity; to stimulate.
Is ACTIVATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ACTIVATE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ACTIVATE worth in Scrabble?
ACTIVATE is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ACTIVATE?
You can make 78 words from the letters in ACTIVATE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ACTIVATE?
Synonyms of ACTIVATE include: actuate, enable, get going, set going, set in motion, set off. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of ACTIVATE?
The anagrams of ACTIVATE (words using the exact same letters) are: CAVITATE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.