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INERTIA

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Inertia.

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Inertia - as a noun

A disposition to remain inactive or inert

Example: "He had to overcome his inertia and get back to work"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inactivenessinactivity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
trait
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical phenomenon
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The car kept moving forward due to its inertia."
"She struggled to overcome her inertia and start exercising."
"The company's lack of innovation was caused by bureaucratic inertia."
"The inertia of the heavy object made it difficult to move."
"The country's economic growth was hindered by the inertia of its outdated policies."
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Word Game Points

Is INERTIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inertia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INERTIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is INERTIA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inertia is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INERTIA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is INERTIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inertia is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INERTIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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