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    Inertes (en. Inert)

    /i.nɛʁt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which shows no activity or reaction.
    Inert objects do not move without intervention.
    Les objets inertes ne bougent pas sans intervention.
    Which is not alive or does not show signs of life.
    The stone is an inert element of nature.
    La pierre est un élément inerte de la nature.
    Which is unable to move or act.
    The patient was inert, not reacting to any stimulation.
    Le patient était inerte, ne réagissant à aucune stimulation.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'inerte(n)s', which means 'to be without movement'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    as cold as an inert
    Refers to a person who seems completely passive or uninterested.
    chaud comme un inerte
    to be inert
    To be without strength or energy.
    être inerte
    to behave like an inert
    To act without energy or enthusiasm.
    se comporter comme un inerte

    Related Words

    inert
    Characterizes something that has no movement.
    inerte
    inactivity
    State of not being active or in action.
    inactivité
    immobility
    State of being unable to move.
    immobilité

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who remains inactive in a dynamic context.
    He is completely inert during meetings.
    Il est complètement inerte pendant les réunions.
    Characterizes someone who does not react to events.
    She is so inert that nothing disturbs her.
    Elle est si inerte que rien ne la perturbe.