Added 9 October 2026
inactive
/ɪnˈæktɪv/ adjective
adjective Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about inactive at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Not active, temporarily or permanently.
The volcano is inactive, but is only dormant.
- Not engaging in physical activity.
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Not functioning or operating; broken down
The photocopier is inactive pending repair.
noun
Origin
From French inactif. Piecewise doublet of unactive.
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