enabled
6 synonyms and 1 antonyms for enabled, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Switched on or made active, especially referring to a device feature or setting.
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How to use enabled
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Frequently asked questions
What does “enabled” mean?
The word “enabled” means switched on or made active, especially referring to a device feature or setting. In plain terms, turned on, or given what's needed to work.
How do you pronounce “enabled”?
“Enabled” is pronounced eh-NAYBLD (/ɛnˈeɪbəld/ in IPA).
How do you use “enabled” in a sentence?
Here is “enabled” used in a sentence: “Check that Bluetooth is enabled before pairing.”
What is the opposite of “enabled”?
The opposite of “enabled” — its antonyms — is disabled.
What part of speech is “enabled”?
“Enabled” is an adjective.
Is “enabled” a common word?
“Enabled” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “enabled” have?
“Enabled” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: switched on or made active, especially referring to a device feature or setting.
What is the difference between "enabled" and "disabled"?
"Enabled" means switched on or made active, while "disabled" means switched off or made inactive. In device settings, a feature that is enabled is working, and one that is disabled is turned off.
When should you use "enabled" instead of "activated"?
"Enabled" and "activated" overlap when turning a feature on, but "enabled" also means given the necessary ability or support to function, not just switched on. You can enable a person to succeed, whereas "activated" is usually reserved for devices or systems.
What preposition follows "enabled"?
When "enabled" means given the ability to do something, it is typically followed by "to," as in "the grant enabled her to travel." In the technology sense it usually stands alone, as in "notifications are enabled."
Is "enabled" always a positive word?
Not always. "Enabled" usually means helpfully given the ability or support to function, but in some contexts it can suggest making harmful behaviour possible. The core meaning is simply making something possible or active.