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