disable (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈeɪbəl/

Definition

To make something unable to work or function, or to prevent someone from doing something.

Examples

• The accident left him permanently disabled.

• Please disable the pop-up blocker in your browser settings.

• The police were able to disable the suspect's car by slashing its tires.

How to Use disable

disable something (prepositional phrase)

To make an object or system non-functional. — "The security system was designed to disable the car if it was stolen."

disable someone (prepositional phrase)

To make a person unable to perform an action or function normally. — "The illness can disable a person for weeks."

disabled by (prepositional phrase)

Made unable to function or work because of a specific cause. — "He was disabled by a severe leg injury."

Synonyms of disable

Words with a similar meaning to disable:

• stop
• prevent
• impair
• cripple

Antonyms of disable

Words with the opposite meaning to disable:

• enable
• activate

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