activatable
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/ˈæktɪˌveɪtəbl/
(activate)
make active
Etymology
Etymology Information
'activatable' originates from the verb 'activate', which comes from the Latin word 'activare', where 'act-' meant 'to do' or 'to drive'.
Historical Evolution
'activate' changed from the Latin word 'activare' and eventually became the modern English word 'activate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make active', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being activated.
The software has an activatable feature that enhances security.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 05:03