Meaning & use
Activators
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Substances, devices, or agents that trigger or initiate a process or reaction.
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Certain enzymes act as activators, speeding up chemical reactions in the cell.
The hair product line includes curl activators designed to enhance natural texture.
A note on using this word
Used across many fields, from biochemistry (enzyme activators) to consumer products (styling activators) and electronics.
Words with a similar meaning
triggerscatalysts
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Words with an opposite meaning
inhibitors
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