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DISABLE

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Disable.

How to pronounce disable:

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Disable - as a verb

Make unable to perform a certain action

Example: "Disable this command on your computer"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disenableincapacitate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodify
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
enable

Injure permanently

Example: "He was disabled in a car accident"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
handicapincapacitateinvalid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
injurewound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disable - as an adjective

Lacking ability; unable.

Example Sentences

"He disabled the alarm system before entering the building."
"The accident disabled him from walking."
"The virus disabled my computer's antivirus software."
"We need to disable the security cameras during the operation."
"She disabled the safety lock to open the door."
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Word Game Points

Is DISABLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disable is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISABLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is DISABLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disable is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISABLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DISABLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disable is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISABLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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