triggered

[trig-erd] / ˈtrɪg ərd /

VERB

cause to happen

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring about cause generate produce prompt provoke set off spark start

STRONG

activate elicit

WEAK

give rise to set in motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy end halt prevent stop

WEAK

block check

Example Sentences

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Pratt, who lost his Pacific Palisades home in the fire, blamed Bass for the loss and said it triggered his entry into the race.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Alphabet’s shift triggered speculation that other tech giants would follow suit, diluting their existing shareholders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer has told supporters this weekend he will stand in any Labour leadership contest that is triggered.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

He took power after months of political upheaval triggered by his predecessor's declaration of martial law.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He memorized his words and rehearsed them carefully, to the point where he wouldn’t actually need the teleprompter unless his nerves got triggered and his mind went blank.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama