B2verbhealthscience
US/ˈtrɪɡ.ər/
UK/ˈtrɪɡ.ə/
to make something start to happen, often suddenly
In context
Dust and smoke can trigger an asthma attack.
The price increase triggered angry protests across the country.
Opening the door at night will trigger the alarm.
Words that go with trigger
verb + noun
- trigger a reactionPeanuts can trigger a serious reaction in some people.
- trigger an alarmSmoke from the kitchen triggered an alarm.
- trigger memoriesThe smell of rice cakes triggered memories of my childhood.
- trigger a crisisThe bank's collapse triggered a crisis.
- trigger an attackStress can trigger a migraine attack.
- trigger a debateThe article triggered a debate online.