1. the process of making something active or operational
2. instances of stimulating or energizing something into action
3. the process of enabling a service, account, or device for use
Usage: technology

Examples

• The software requires multiple activations before it runs properly.
• Brain activations were measured during the memory test.
• Account activations increased by 30% this quarter.
• The security system showed several false activations last night.
• Muscle activations were recorded during the exercise routine.
• Phone activations peaked during the holiday season.
• The study examined neural activations in response to different stimuli.