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Meaning of inactivity
The state of being inactive or not engaging in physical or mental activity.
Etymology of inactivity
The word "inactivity" originates from the prefix "in-" meaning "not" or "opposite of" and the noun "activity" which comes from the Latin "activus" meaning "active" or "operative", and the suffix "-ity" which forms an abstract noun indicating a state or condition
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a lack of action, movement, or productivity
Synonyms
idleness
lethargy
inaction
dormancy
stagnation
inertia
passivity
sloth
languor
torpor
quiescence
stillness
motionlessness
immobility
sedentariness
indolence
laziness
sluggishness
torpidity
apathy
indifference
listlessness
lifelessness
dullness
inoperativeness
unproductiveness
faineance
inertness
quiescency
stagnancy
Definitions
- The state of being inactive or not engaging in physical or mental activity
- * A period of time when someone or something is not active or is not working
Usage Examples
- The company's inactivity in the market led to a significant decline in sales
- * Prolonged inactivity can lead to muscle atrophy and decreased mobility
- * The team's inactivity during the offseason resulted in a slow start to the new season
Antonyms
activity
action
movement
exercise
operation
productivity
industriousness
diligence
dynamism
energy
vigor
liveliness
briskness
quickness
swiftness
promptness
agility
rapidity
speed
haste
hurry
bustle
commotion
stir
stirrings