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    Inertes (en. Inert)

    [iˈneɾtes]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has no activity, movement, or force.
    Inert gases do not easily react with other compounds.
    Los gases inertes no reaccionan fácilmente con otros compuestos.
    That lacks power or ability to act.
    The residual material is considered inert in the recycling process.
    El material residual se considera inerte en el proceso de reciclaje.
    Said of a person who is passive or little active.
    His inert attitude in the meeting was notable.
    Su actitud inerte en la reunión fue notable.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'iners, inertis', which means 'without skill, inactive'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    inert matter
    Material that does not participate in chemical reactions.
    materia inerte
    inert attitude
    Behavior without energy or interest.
    actitud inerte
    inert substance
    Substance that does not chemically react.
    sustancia inerte

    Related Words

    inactivity
    State of not performing any activity.
    inactividad
    passivity
    State of not acting or intervening.
    pasividad
    immobility
    Condition of being without movement.
    inmovilidad

    Slang Meanings

    To be sitting doing nothing.
    At the party, everyone was inert on the couch.
    En la fiesta, todos estaban inertes en el sofá.
    Not having energy or motivation.
    After work, I feel inert and just want to rest.
    Después del trabajo, me siento inerte y solo quiero descansar.