inert

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From French inerte, from Latin iners (inactive, inert).

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inert (comparative more inert, superlative most inert)

Positive
inert

Comparative
more inert

Superlative
most inert

  1. unable to move or act; inanimate
  2. sluggish or lethargic
  3. in chemistry, not readily reacting with other elements or compounds
  4. having no therapeutic action

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[edit] Noun

Singular
inert

Plural
inerts

inert (plural inerts)

  1. (chemistry) A substance that does not react chemically.