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Synonyms
in·ert (ĭn-ûrt́)

[Latin iners, inert-, in-, not; see in–1, + ars, skill.]

adjective 

  1. Unable to move or act.
  2. Sluggish in action or motion; lethargic. See synonyms at inactive
  3. Chemistry Not readily reactive with other elements; forming few or no chemical compounds.
  4. Having no pharmacologic or therapeutic action.

derivatives

in·ert́ly
adverb
in·ert́ness
noun