ˈakchəˌwāt, -ksh- verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Medieval Latin actuatus, past participle of actuare, from Latin actus act, deed — more at act
transitive verb
1. : to put into mechanical action or motion
most of the hydraulically operated items of equipment are actuated by pistons and cylinders — W.R.Sears
2. : to move to action
cultural developments which actuate and guide stylistic trends in art — Ralph Wickiser
: stir or inspire to activity
motives which actuate religious fanatics — M.R.Cohen
individuals actuated by economic self-interest — Douglas Bush
intransitive verb
: to become active
Synonyms: see move