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inactive

UK
/ɪnˈæktɪv/
US
/ɪnˈæktɪv/

Translations

inactiveadjective
more inactive
Comp.
most inactive
Super.
UK
/ɪnˈæktɪv/
US
/ɪnˈæktɪv/
After his injury, he became inactive and spent most of his time resting.
Après sa blessure, il est devenu inactif et a passé la plupart de son temps à se reposer.
Additional translations
inerteEmploi surtout scientifique ou technique.
Synonyms
still
stationary
dormant
idle
passive
sluggish
inactive
unoccupied
Antonyms
active
inactivenoun
inactive
pl
UK
/ɪnˈæktɪv/
US
/ɪnˈæktɪv/
Collective/plural use meaning ‘people who are inactive’
inactifEmploi substantivé, souvent au pluriel.
The new welfare program aims to support the inactive back into employment.
Le nouveau programme social vise à aider les inactifs à retrouver un emploi.
Synonyms
nonparticipant
idler
loafer
layabout
sluggard
shirker
couch potato
drone
laggard
slowcoach
deadbeat
idle person

Definitions

inactiveadjective
Not engaging in or involving any or much physical activity.
After his injury, he became inactive and spent most of his time resting.
Not currently in use or operation.
The inactive volcano hasn't erupted in over a century.
Lacking in energy or will to act; lethargic.
The dog was unusually inactive, lying in the sun all day.
Having no chemical or biological activity; inert.
At room temperature, nitrogen remains largely inactive.
Not on active duty or engaged in active service, especially in the military or reserves.
After leaving the navy, she remained on the inactive list for two years.
inactivenoun
People who are not physically active or not engaged in work.
The new welfare program aims to support the inactive back into employment.
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