inert
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/ɪnˈɝt/
English
Definitions
noun
- A substance that does not react chemically.
verb
- To fill with an inert gas to reduce the risk of explosion.
adjective
- Unable to move or act; inanimate.
- In chemistry, not readily reacting with other elements or compounds.
- Having no therapeutic action.
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Synonyms
unreactivedormantmotionlessnonmovinginactiveunmovingindifferenttorpidneutralsluggishlifelessstillnon-livingimmobilepassiveinoperativestationary