Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trigged

verb
/trɪɡd/
Definition
To set off or activate a response, usually an emotional or psychological one.
Examples
  • When she mentioned the accident, it trigged a flood of memories.
  • The loud noise trigged his anxiety.
  • Seeing the old house trigged a sense of nostalgia.
Meaning
The state of having something set off, especially in a context where a person reacts strongly to certain stimuli or situations.
Synonyms
  • activated
  • provoked
  • elicited
  • stimulated