Reactivated: meaning, definitions and examples

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reactivated

 

[ riːˈæktɪveɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

return to life

Reactivated refers to the process of making something operational or functional again after it has been inactive or dormant. This term is often used in various contexts, such as technology, accounts, or programs that were previously disabled or deactivated.

Synonyms

re-engaged, restarted, restored, revived

Examples of usage

  • The software was reactivated after the update.
  • He reactivated his old social media account.
  • The machine was reactivated for the new project.

Translations

Translations of the word "reactivated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reativado

🇮🇳 फिर से सक्रिय किया गया

🇩🇪 reaktiviert

🇮🇩 diaktifkan kembali

🇺🇦 реактивовано

🇵🇱 reaktywowano

🇯🇵 再活性化された

🇫🇷 réactivé

🇪🇸 reactivado

🇹🇷 yeniden etkinleştirildi

🇰🇷 재활성화됨

🇸🇦 تم إعادة تنشيطه

🇨🇿 reaktivováno

🇸🇰 reaktivované

🇨🇳 重新激活

🇸🇮 reaktivirano

🇮🇸 endurvirkt

🇰🇿 қайта белсенділенді

🇬🇪 გააქტიურებულია

🇦🇿 təkrar aktivləşdirilib

🇲🇽 reactivado

Etymology

The word 'reactivated' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the root word 'activate', which originates from the Latin 'activare', meaning 'to make active'. The prefix 're-' suggests repetition or returning to a previous state. The evolution of the term can be traced back to the late 20th century as technology advanced and the need to restore functions of systems, processes, or accounts became more prevalent. Initially used in technical fields, the term has since expanded into everyday language, particularly with the rise of digital platforms and software applications that often require users to reactivate services or accounts. Its usage now spans various domains, reflecting the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of both technology and language.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,291, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.