Deactivation: meaning, definitions and examples
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deactivation
[ diːˌæktɪˈveɪʃən ]
technology
The action of making something no longer active or effective, especially in relation to electronic devices or systems.
Synonyms
disablement, shutdown, termination
Examples of usage
- Deactivation of the account will prevent any further charges.
- After deactivation, the device will no longer be able to connect to the network.
military
The process of rendering explosives, mines, or other devices safe by removing, defusing, or destroying them.
Synonyms
disarmament, neutralization, rendering safe
Examples of usage
- The deactivation of the landmines was a dangerous task.
- Specialists were called in to handle the deactivation of the bomb.
general
The act of removing or stopping the function of something, such as a service or a feature.
Synonyms
decommissioning, disabling, shutting down
Examples of usage
- The deactivation of the service caused inconvenience to many users.
- The deactivation of the alarm system was accidental.
Translations
Translations of the word "deactivation" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desativação
🇮🇳 निष्क्रियता
🇩🇪 Deaktivierung
🇮🇩 deaktivasi
🇺🇦 деактивація
🇵🇱 dezaktywacja
🇯🇵 無効化 (むこうか)
🇫🇷 désactivation
🇪🇸 desactivación
🇹🇷 devre dışı bırakma
🇰🇷 비활성화 (bihwalseonghwa)
🇸🇦 تعطيل
🇨🇿 deaktivace
🇸🇰 deaktivácia
🇨🇳 停用 (tíng yòng)
🇸🇮 deaktivacija
🇮🇸 afvirkjun
🇰🇿 деактивация
🇬🇪 დეაქტივაცია
🇦🇿 deaktivasiya
🇲🇽 desactivación
Word origin
The word 'deactivation' originated from the combination of 'de-' meaning 'do the opposite of' and 'activation' which refers to the process of making something active or operative. The term is commonly used in technology and military contexts to describe the action of making something inactive, whether it's an account, a device, or explosives. The concept of deactivation has evolved with advancements in technology and security measures to ensure the safe handling and control of various systems and devices.
See also: activated, activating, activation, activator, deactivate, deactivator.