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deactivation

[diːˌæktɪˈveɪʃən]

deactivation Definition

  • 1the process of making something no longer active or effective
  • 2the state of being inactive or ineffective

Using deactivation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deactivation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The deactivation of my social media account was a relief.

  • Example

    The deactivation of the alarm system was a mistake.

  • Example

    The deactivation of the bomb was successful.

deactivation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deactivation

Antonyms for deactivation

Phrases with deactivation

  • the minimum amount of energy required to deactivate a chemical reaction

    Example

    The deactivation energy of this reaction is very high.

  • deactivation of enzymes

    the process of reducing or eliminating the activity of enzymes

    Example

    The deactivation of enzymes can be achieved by heat or chemicals.

  • the process of turning off or disabling a device

    Example

    The deactivation of the security system was done by entering a code.

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Summary: deactivation in Brief

Deactivation [diːˌæktɪˈveɪʃən] refers to the process of making something no longer active or effective, or the state of being inactive or ineffective. Examples include the deactivation of social media accounts, alarm systems, and bombs. Phrases such as 'deactivation energy' and 'deactivation of enzymes' refer to specific contexts in which deactivation occurs.