turn on

Make it work

To turn on is to activate something by switching it on: Turn on the lights.

Turn on also means to arouse sexually or excite interest: That kind of music really turns me on.

To turn on someone is to attack or betray them suddenly: The dog turned on its owner.

A turn-on is something that arouses attraction or interest.

excite

arouse

To stimulate or excite

allure · stimulate · tantalize · titillate · tempt · excite · thrill · captivate · charm · magnetize

activate

switch

Circuit-breaking toggle device

boot · enable · launch · initiate · trigger · operate · control · circuit · energize · electrify

interest

engage

Actively participate or connect

absorb · enthuse · inspire · motivate · hook · grab · curiosity · attention · enthusiasm · eagerness

ignite

light

Visible electromagnetic radiation

fire · burn · torch · gas · pilot light · stove · burner · lantern · candle · wick

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Opposites
device activation

turn onturn off

Cease operation of

switch off · shut off · power down · deactivate · shut down

sexual arousal

turn onturn off

Cease operation of

repulse · disgust · repel · gross out · nauseate

loyalty/allegiance

turn onstand by

Remain ready to assist

support · defend · back · stick with · protect

Family

turn, on, turn up, turn off, turn down, turned on, activation, reactivation, deactivation

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG