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inertia
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/inɨɾsiɐ/i·ner·ci·a
Definitions
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Physical property of a body that resists changes to its state of motion; lack of activity or initiative.
Usage examples
“The inertia of the object made it difficult to move.”
“Administrative inertia blocked the project.”
Common combinations
thermal inertialaw of inertiabureaucratic inertia
2
Lack of activity, initiative, or energy; apathy, indolence.
Usage examples
“Bureaucratic inertia delayed the project.”
“He couldn't overcome his inertia and look for a new job.”
Common combinations
bureaucratic inertiaovercome inertia