Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inactivate
verb
/ˌɪn.æk.tɪˈveɪt/
Definition
To make something inactive or ineffective.
Examples
- Vaccines can inactivate viruses to prevent diseases.
- When stored at high temperatures, certain proteins can be inactivated.
- He chose to inactivate his social media accounts for a while.
Meaning
Inactivate refers to the process of rendering something unable to function or operate.
Synonyms
- Deactivate
- Dissolve
- Disable
- Suppress