actuates From WikiWord, the free dictionary English Contents DefinitionsRelated wordsReferences DefinitionsverbTo activate, or to put into motion; to animate.To incite to action; to motivate. Related wordsSynonymsactivatetouch offtripset offspark offsparktriggertrigger offactivatescontrolsdrivesenablesenergizesmonitorsoperatesswitches References Wiktionary — actuates Wikipedia — actuates