Reactivate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)rē-ˈak-tə-ˌvāt/ re·ac·ti·vate

Meaning & Definition of Reactivate

Reactivate (verb)

  1. to activate (something or someone) again
  2. to restore (an organized group such as a military unit) to an active state (as from a state of disorganization or deactivation)
  3. to restore (an individual) to active duty

Reactivate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in restart, reinvent

    similar: reinvent, restart, refresh, refreshen, reanimate, recharge, regenerate, rejuvenate, rekindle, renew, resurrect, resuscitate, revitalize, revive, revivify, rewake, rewaken, jump-start, kick-start
    opposite: extinguish, kill, quench, suppress

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Reactivate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Reactivate:

reinvent, restart, refresh, refreshen, reanimate, recharge, regenerate, rejuvenate, rekindle, renew, resurrect, resuscitate, revitalize, revive, revivify, rewake, rewaken, jump-start, kick-start

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Reactivate

Words with the opposite meaning of Reactivate:

extinguish, kill, quench, suppress

Word Forms of Reactivate

Inflections: reactivated, reactivating, reactivates

Origin & Etymology of Reactivate

First known use: 1854

Frequently Asked Questions about Reactivate

What does "Reactivate" mean?

"Reactivate" means to activate (something or someone) again. As a verb, it is defined as: to activate (something or someone) again.

What is another word for "Reactivate"?

Other words for "Reactivate" include reinvent, restart, refresh, refreshen, reanimate, recharge, regenerate and rejuvenate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Reactivate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Reactivate"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Reactivate". Common alternatives include reinvent, restart, refresh, refreshen, reanimate, recharge, regenerate, rejuvenate, rekindle and renew.

What is the opposite of "Reactivate"?

Antonyms of "Reactivate" include extinguish, kill, quench and suppress.

Is "Reactivate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Reactivate" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Reactivate"?

"Reactivate" is pronounced /(ˌ)rē-ˈak-tə-ˌvāt/ and divided into syllables as re·ac·ti·vate.

What is the origin of the word "Reactivate"?

First known use: 1854.

What is another word for "Reactivate" meaning "as in restart, reinvent"?

When "Reactivate" (verb) means as in restart, reinvent, synonyms include reinvent, restart, refresh, refreshen, reanimate and recharge. Opposites in this sense include extinguish, kill, quench and suppress.