deactivate

[US]/diː'æktɪveɪt/
[UK]/di'æktə,vet/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. make inactive, render ineffective, release from duty, make non-active.

Example Sentences

the switch deactivates the alarm.

Please deactivate the alarm system before entering the building.

He had to deactivate his social media accounts for a while to focus on his studies.

The technician will deactivate the old software and install the new one.

It's important to deactivate all electronic devices before take-off on a plane.

The security team needs to deactivate the access card of the terminated employee.

To deactivate the account, you will need to verify your identity.

The company decided to deactivate the old website and launch a new one.

You can deactivate the automatic renewal option in your subscription settings.

Parents can deactivate certain features on their child's phone for safety reasons.

Make sure to deactivate the power source before attempting any repairs on the machine.

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