inactive

Etymology

From French inactif. See also earlier unactive.

adj

1. Not active, temporarily or permanently.
   The volcano is inactive, but is only dormant.
   Inactive user accounts may be deleted after 90 days.
2. Not engaging in physical activity.
   […] exercise in general will lead to dramatic improvements in comparison with an inactive lifestyle. 2021, Suzanne Byrd, Practical Tips on Supporting Boys with ADHD
3. Not functioning or operating; broken down
   The photocopier is inactive pending repair.
4. Retired from duty or service.
   Admiral Jones is now on the inactive list.
5. (chemistry) Relatively inert.
   Aluminium is inactive towards water.
6. (physics) Showing no optical activity in polarized light.
   Synthetic glycine is optically inactive as it contains equal amounts of the d- and l- form.

noun

1. A person who does not take action.
   Typically inactives are poorly educated older women. Their lack of education is overwhelmingly the key factor in assigning the inactives to a life devoid of political activity of any sort. 2016, Alan Marsh, Political Action in Europe and the USA, page 47