inactuate

/ɪnækˈtweɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to render ineffective or powerless

“The new policy aimed to inactuate the old corrupt system.”

2. verb

to make something ineffective or powerless

“The protesters sought to inactuate the government’s restrictive laws.”

3. noun

the act of rendering something ineffective or powerless

“The inactuation of the policy caused widespread outrage among the public.”

Synonyms

  • dismantle
  • invalidate
  • neutralize

Antonyms

  • empower
  • strengthen