CEFR B2

triggered

verb

Meaning

Caused a particular event, process, or reaction to start or happen.

Examples

The new tax policy triggered a wave of protests across the country.
Certain smells can be triggered by memories of childhood.

Synonyms: start, spark, initiate, precipitate

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triggered (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: ˈtrɪɡərd

Definition

Caused a particular event, process, or reaction to start or happen.

Examples

The new tax policy triggered a wave of protests across the country.
Certain smells can be triggered by memories of childhood.
The sensor triggered the security system when it detected movement.

Synonyms of triggered

Words with a similar meaning to triggered:

start
spark
initiate
precipitate

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