Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Triggering.
Triggering - as a noun
Lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gun triggerHypernyms (Closely Related)
lever8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A device that activates or releases or causes something to happen
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An act that sets in motion some course of events
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
induction12initiation10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
causation11causing10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Triggering - as a verb
Put in motion or move to act
Example: "Trigger a reaction"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
activate13actuate9set offspark11spark offtouch offtrigger offtrip6Release or pull the trigger on
Example: "Trigger a gun"
Triggering - as an adjective
That triggers or initiates.
Example Sentences
"The triggering of the alarm caused a panic in the building."
"The triggering of memories from her childhood made her emotional."
"His triggering of the trap revealed his true intentions."
"The triggering of the car's airbags saved their lives in the accident."
"The triggering of the bomb explosion caused widespread destruction."
Word Game Points
Is TRIGGERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, triggering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TRIGGERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is TRIGGERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, triggering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTRIGGERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is TRIGGERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, triggering is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTRIGGERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
