What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unenabled
Example
The 'Save' button is currently unenabled until you fill out all the required fields. [unenabled: adjective]
Example
The printer is unenabled because it's not connected to the network. [unenabled: past participle]
disabled
Example
My cousin is disabled and uses a wheelchair to get around. [disabled: adjective]
Example
The security settings have disabled the ability to copy and paste. [disabled: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disabled is more commonly used than unenabled in everyday language. Disabled is a well-established term that covers a wide range of contexts, while unenabled is a more specific term that is primarily used in technical or computer-related contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unenabled and disabled?
Both unenabled and disabled are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
