1.
activation; stimulation
The process of making something more active or functional, often used in scientific or medical contexts.
酵素が活性化する。
The enzyme becomes activated.
脳を活性化させるために運動をする。
I exercise to stimulate my brain.
2.
revitalization; invigoration
Making an economy, organization, or area more lively and dynamic.
地域経済の活性化を目指す。
We aim for the revitalization of the local economy.
WORD STRUCTURE:
活性 (activity, activeness) + 化 (-ization, becoming)
USAGE:
Can be used as a noun or with する to form a verb meaning "to activate" or "to revitalize."
COMMON CONTEXTS:
- 免疫システムの活性化 - activation of the immune system
- 細胞の活性化 - cell activation
- 商店街の活性化 - revitalization of shopping districts
- 組織の活性化 - organizational invigoration
RELATED -化 WORDS:
- 効率化 - streamlining
- 自動化 - automation
- 最適化 - optimization