Inert
a.-
Destitute of the power of moving itself, or of active resistance to motion;
as, matter is .inert - Indisposed to move or act; very slow to act; sluggish; dull; inactive; indolent; lifeless.
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Not having or manifesting active properties; not affecting other substances when brought in contact with them; powerless for an expected or desired effect;
as, the noble gases are chemically .inert
