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    L'inaction (en. Inaction)

    /lɛ.na.k.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Absence of activity or movement.
    Inaction in the face of a problem can worsen the situation.
    L'inaction face à un problème peut aggraver la situation.
    Delay or inability to make decisions.
    His inactivity on this project surprised everyone.
    Son inaction dans ce projet a surpris tout le monde.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'inactio', meaning 'absence of action'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    inaction is a source of problems
    Inactivity can lead to negative consequences.
    l'inaction est source de problèmes
    act instead of inactivity
    Favor action rather than remaining inactive.
    agir au lieu d'inaction

    Related Words

    activity
    State of being in action, doing something.
    activité
    productivity
    Ability to produce results.
    productivité
    energy
    Force necessary to perform a task.
    énergie

    Slang Meanings

    To be on the sidelines
    He has been on the sidelines for too long due to his inactivity.
    Il est sur la touche depuis trop longtemps à cause de son inaction.
    To have both feet in the same stirrup
    His inactivity makes him have both feet in the same stirrup.
    Son inaction lui fait avoir les deux pieds dans le même sabot.