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activation

[/ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: activations / ativações
ativação
1. The process of making something active or operative
The activation of the alarm system was successful.
A ativação do sistema de alarme foi bem-sucedida.
2. In chemistry/biology, the process of making a substance chemically or biologically active
Enzyme activation is crucial for metabolic processes.
A ativação de enzimas é crucial para processos metabólicos.
3. In technology, the process of enabling software or hardware functionality
Product activation requires a valid license key.
A ativação do produto requer uma chave de licença válida.
4. The mobilization or engagement of a group or resource
The activation of emergency services was immediate.
A ativação dos serviços de emergência foi imediata.
Synonyms
enablementinitiationcommencementengagementmobilization
Antonyms
deactivationdisablingsuspensioncessation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ativação
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ativação
Common in business and tech contexts
Portugal
ativação
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

activation key
product activation
muscle activation
system activation
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