deactivated
Deactivated is the state of being rendered inactive, disabled, or no longer in use. It describes objects, features, accounts, devices, or systems that have been turned off, suspended, or blocked but not permanently destroyed. Deactivation can be intentional and temporary or permanent, and it often preserves the underlying structure so the item can be reactivated if needed. The term is widely used across technology, security, science, and organizational contexts.
In technology and computing, deactivation refers to preventing access or use while preserving data. An online
In security and operations, deactivation is used during maintenance, testing, or safety procedures. Alarms, sensors, and
In science and biology, deactivated can describe systems or components that have lost activity. For enzymes
Overall, deactivated denotes a reversible or temporary non-operational condition, distinct from deletion or destruction.