Definitions

precipitated

[pri-sip-i-tey-tid] / prɪˈsɪp ɪˌteɪ tɪd /

VERB

hurry, speed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accelerate expedite hasten trigger

STRONG

advance cast discharge dispatch fling further hurl launch press quicken throw

WEAK

bring on let fly push forward send forth speed up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block check halt hinder stop

STRONG

catch cease hold keep receive

WEAK

slow wait

Example Sentences

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It also precipitated devastating civil wars in Syria, Yemen, and Libya, which triggered large-scale migration from the region to Europe.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The Iranian war has precipitated a crisis for South Korea’s economy because it is so heavily dependent on energy imports.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter, his Republican and Democratic successors, dealt with the same moribund economy, and Carter oversaw another oil crisis in 1979 precipitated by the Iranian Revolution.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

The fall of Ben Ali precipitated the resignation of Hosni Mubarak of Egypt.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

The Doctors’ Pact precipitated a series of nonracial, antigovernment campaigns around the country, which sought to bring together Africans and Indians in the freedom struggle.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela