deactivate
0 antonyms and opposites of deactivate, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To turn something off or make it no longer work.
How to use deactivate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Built from de- ("reverse of") plus activate.
Full origin of deactivate →Frequently asked questions
What does “deactivate” mean?
The word “deactivate” means to turn something off or make it no longer work. In plain terms, to switch something off or take it out of use — an account, an alarm, or a piece of military hardware.
How do you pronounce “deactivate”?
“Deactivate” is pronounced dee-AK-tih-vayt (/ˌdiːˈæktɪveɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “deactivate” in a sentence?
Here is “deactivate” used in a sentence: “You can deactivate your account at any time from the settings page.”
What part of speech is “deactivate”?
“Deactivate” is a verb.
How many meanings does “deactivate” have?
“Deactivate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to turn something off or make it no longer work.