deactivate
Translation
deactivate, disable, turn off
Examples
Please deactivate the alarm system.
Please deactivate the alarm system.
The account was deactivated due to inactivity.
The account was deactivated due to inactivity.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) no longer active Please deactivate the alarm system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disable, turn off; Antonyms: activate, enable
Etymology
From the prefix 'de-' (opposite) and 'activate'. It means to undo activation.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'de-' prefix as meaning 'undo'. You are undoing the activation.