triggering

Definitions

Causing an event or situation to happen or exist.

Causing a strong emotional reaction, especially one related to past trauma.

Activating a device or mechanism to initiate a process.

Examples

The loud noise was triggering for the veteran, reminding him of his time in the war.

The company is investigating the specific events triggering the sudden decline in stock prices.

Synonyms

activating initiating sparking provoking instigating prompting stimulating

Antonyms

preventing inhibiting suppressing halting deterring stifling quelling