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reactivating

 

[ riːˈæktɪveɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

returning to activity

Reactivating is the process of making something active again after it has been inactive or dormant. This term is often used in various fields, including technology, health, and business. For example, in technology, it may refer to reactivating a software application or system that was previously disabled. In health contexts, it can involve recommencing a workout routine after a period of rest. The act of reactivating may involve restoring settings, permissions, or previous states.

Synonyms

reestablish, reinitiate, restart, resume

Examples of usage

  • Reactivating my account was simple and quick.
  • She is reactivating her workout routine after surgery.
  • They are working on reactivating the old software for use.
  • The team is focused on reactivating the customer service line.

Translations

Translations of the word "reactivating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reativação

🇮🇳 पुनः सक्रिय करना

🇩🇪 Reaktivierung

🇮🇩 reaktivasi

🇺🇦 реактивація

🇵🇱 reaktywacja

🇯🇵 再活性化

🇫🇷 réactivation

🇪🇸 reactivación

🇹🇷 yeniden etkinleştirme

🇰🇷 재활성화

🇸🇦 إعادة تنشيط

🇨🇿 reaktivace

🇸🇰 reaktivácia

🇨🇳 重新激活

🇸🇮 reaktivacija

🇮🇸 endurvirkjun

🇰🇿 қайта белсендіру

🇬🇪 რეორგანიზება

🇦🇿 təkrar aktivləşdirmək

🇲🇽 reactivación

Etymology

The word 'reactivate' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the verb 'activate', which means to make something active. The origins of 'activate' can be traced back to the Latin verb 'activare', which in turn originates from 'actus', meaning 'to do' or 'to drive'. The use of 'reactivate' has become more prevalent with advancements in technology, particularly in the context of software and digital platforms. This term encapsulates the idea of returning something to a state of activity after a period of inactivity or dormancy, and it has been widely adopted in various sectors, including healthcare, where it conveys the idea of re-engaging patients in their health and fitness routines.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,527, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.