Inactive

Inactive describes a state of being not engaged in physical or mental activity, lacking the power or inclination to move or act.

It can also refer to something that is not functioning, operating, or being utilized. In a broader sense, inactive can imply dormancy, suspension, or a state of temporary cessation of activity, whether applied to living beings, mechanisms, or abstract processes.

It signifies a period of reduced or absent participation and may be either temporary or permanent depending on the context.

Inactive meaning with examples

• After her surgery, she was largely inactive for several weeks, requiring assistance with even basic tasks as her body recovered from the trauma of the operation and needed significant rest.
• The old volcano, once a fearsome mountain of fire and brimstone, is now considered inactive by volcanologists, having shown no signs of eruption for centuries.
• The account remained inactive for over a year, prompting the bank to send a warning notice about potential closure due to the lack of user engagement.
• During the winter months, many animals become inactive, relying on stored fat reserves to survive the cold and harsh conditions of the severe and barren season.