disable
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈeɪbəl]
Word
Context: "ability"
(verb) to make someone or something unable to do something. This means removing a skill or the ability to perform a task. For example, if you break a toy, you may disable it because it can’t work anymore.
Example
The new medicine helped to disable the pain, making her feel better.
Example
The accident did not disable his ability to play soccer; he continues to excel.
Example
What can disable a computer so it doesn’t work properly?
Context: "technology"
(verb) to turn off or stop a function or feature in a device or system. For example, if you disable a phone’s internet, it won’t connect to Wi-Fi or mobile data anymore.
Example
I decided to disable the notifications on my phone to avoid distractions.
Example
Disabling the alarm did not stop me from waking up early.
Example
How do you disable the security features on this app?
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