disable
/dɪsˈeɪbəl/
CEFR level B2Topic TechnologyWord #4983 in the learning path
禁用；使停止运作
Definitions
v. to prevent a device or feature from working
禁用；使停止运作
v. to cause a condition that limits someone's activities
使伤残；使丧失能力
Example
I disabled notifications so my phone stayed quiet during dinner.
我关闭了通知，让手机在吃晚饭时保持安静。
Users should be able to disable location tracking without losing access to essential digital services.
用户应当能够禁用位置追踪，而不失去使用基本数字服务的权限。
Collocations
- disable notifications
- disable an alarm
- disable location tracking
Word family
- disabled (adj.)
- disability (n.)
- disabling (adj.)
Synonyms
- deactivate
Antonyms
- enable
- activate
Usage tip
技术语境常指“禁用”，不表示删除或损坏。
FAQ
- What does disable mean?
- to prevent a device or feature from working to cause a condition that limits someone's activities
- How is disable pronounced?
- UK /dɪsˈeɪbəl/, US /dɪsˈeɪbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
