trigger
/ˈtrɪɡər/
trig · ger
ˈtrɪɡ · ər
English Definition
v. to cause something to happen; n. a small device that releases a spring or catch
Significado en Español
gatillo, desencadenar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cò súng, kích hoạt
Show meaning in
Know this word? Mark it mastered, or move on.
Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “trigger”:
-
A
prevent
-
B
provoke
-
C
halt
-
D
suppress
Show answer
B — provoke.
“trigger” means v. to cause something to happen; n. a small device that releases a spring or catch
Common questions about “trigger”
What does “trigger” mean?
trigger — v. to cause something to happen; n. a small device that releases a spring or catch. In Chinese: 触发；扳机.
How do you pronounce “trigger”?
trigger is pronounced /ˈtrɪɡər/. It breaks into 2 syllables: trig · ger.
Is “trigger” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. trigger appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
