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actuate

Actuate (verb) means to activate, or to put into motion; to animate.

verb
1
To activate, or to put into motion; to animate.
2
To incite to action; to motivate.
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What is the meaning of actuate?

"actuate" (verb) means to activate, or to put into motion; to animate.

What are the different meanings of actuate?

"actuate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To activate, or to put into motion; to animate; 2. To incite to action; to motivate.

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