inert

in-ert

adjective

Not chemically reactive; unable to combine with other elements.

"Argon is an inert gas used in welding."

adjective

Lacking power to move or act; very slow and inactive.

"The patient remained inert after the surgery."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: neutral, unreactive, indifferent, nonmoving, unmoving, inactive, sluggish, torpid, soggy