reactivate

[ ree-ak-tuh-veyt ]

verb (used with object)

, re·ac·ti·vat·ed, re·ac·ti·vat·ing.

1. to render active again; revive.

verb (used without object)

, re·ac·ti·vat·ed, re·ac·ti·vat·ing.

1. to be active again.

reactivate

/ rɪˈæktɪˌveɪt /

verb

1. tr to make (something) active or functional again

Derived Forms

• reˌactiˈvation, noun

Other Words From

• re·acti·vation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reactivate¹

First recorded in 1900–05; re- + activate

Example Sentences

It should be noted, however, that Alarmo isn’t always perfect, as my cat jumping on my bed after I’ve vacated it can reactivate the clock.

From Los Angeles Times

X owner Elon Musk has threatened to reactivate the accounts, and has described Justice Moraes as a "tyrant" and a "dictator".

From BBC

X owner Elon Musk has threatened to reactivate the accounts, and has described Mr Moraes as a "tyrant" and a "dictator".

From BBC

An international research team has discovered a new way to effectively treat cancer, by using nutrients to reactivate suppressed metabolic pathways in cancer cells.

From Science Daily

The latest filing asked for the case's dismissal "without prejudice", meaning Mr Musk could still reactivate it at a later stage.

From BBC

Related Words

• revive