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

Even with lifelong ART treatment, the virus remains latent in reservoirs throughout the body that can reactivate at any time, and over the long-term, these reservoirs can contribute to chronic inflammation and comorbidities.

From Science Daily

After a brief hiatus, Trump reactivated his steady stream of fundraising emails to supporters and resumed holding his carnival-like outdoor rallies.

From BBC

The Harlequins player deactivated his X account following his initial post, before reactivating it to claim he was "just having a bit of fun trying to spark interest in a mega rugby fixture".

From BBC

When she reactivates, having observed the animals for some long period, she’s able to communicate with them, though they’re terrified of her.

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

Related Words

• revive