inert
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Not moving or active, or, in chemistry, not reacting with other substances.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
motionless
inactive
Antonyms
active
reactive
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The old machine sat _____ in the corner of the workshop for years."
Answer: inert
In your own words, what does "inert" mean?
Not moving or active, or, in chemistry, not reacting with other substances.
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