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 U.S. extricated a pair of vessels but triggered an escalation from Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The Post also reported that Close earned $1.2 million last season before incentives and she triggered all 11 performance bonuses for an additional $180,000.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

A leadership election can only be triggered if the leader resigns, or if Labour MPs launch a challenge when there is no vacancy.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

“Over the past 12 months, just 0.21% of Polymarket markets triggered a UMA vote,” the Polymarket statement said.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

As with many autoimmune diseases, it's unknown what causes some people to develop vitiligo, though it is suspected that there can be a genetic factor, and it can be triggered by stress.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish