Deactivate
(verb)
To make inactive, or to turn off or stop the activity of something.
Origin:
Formed from the prefix 'de-' meaning to undo or reverse and the verb 'activate' meaning to make active.
Examples:
- The bomb squad deactivated the explosive device.
- You can deactivate your account if you no longer want to use the service.
- The scientist deactivated the virus to prevent its spread.
- The alarm system will deactivate automatically once the code is entered.
- To conserve energy, you should deactivate your electronics when they're not in use.