inert
adj
1 without power to move or act 无行动或活动能力的
She lay there inert; I thought she must be dead. 她躺在那儿一动不动, 我想她一定死了.
(physics 物) inert matter 惰性物质.
2 (derog 贬) heavy and slow in action, thought, etc; without vigour 迟钝的; 迟缓的; 呆滞的
an inert management team 死气沉沉的管理阶层.
OK, everyone. Less noise, please! Gather round and listen carefully. First we are going to search the beach and the rock pools. Let me remind you what we are looking for: seaweeds, fish, plants, all living things. When you find anything, make a note where