inert

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Adjective 1.2.1 Translations 1.2.2 Related terms 1.2.3 See also 1.3 Noun

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From French inerte, from Latin iners (“‘inactive, inert’”).

[edit] Adjective

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

[edit] Translations

[edit] Related terms

• inert gas

[edit] See also

• inertia

[edit] Noun

inert (plural inerts)

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