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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The decision to end production of the model has been triggered by the vehicle’s disappointing U.S. sales performance, and the removal of the $7,500 U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Investors watch oil prices closely as a sudden spike can lead to a recession, he said, but recent trading action highlighted optimism that the energy-supply disruption triggered by the Iran conflict might be short-lived.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Oscar-nominated Chalamet triggered a backlash from the performing arts world after he appeared to dismiss the two art forms.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

But the uncertainties triggered by the conflict are now likely to leave the Swiss watch industry facing "weak growth" in exports, he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

They were larger than when he had come in and had a purpose to them, a rapid movement in spite of their size that almost triggered alarm bells in David’s brain.

From "The Voyage Of The Frog" by Gary Paulsen