inactive
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/ɪnˈæktɪv/
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/ɪnˈæktɪv/
not active or not doing anything
The volcano has been inactive for 50 years, meaning it hasn't erupted.
這座火山已經50年沒有噴發,意味著它是不活躍的。
not being used or not functioning
The oil well was declared inactive because it no longer produced oil.
油井不再產油,因此被宣布為不活躍。
having no effect or influence
The drug was found to be inactive against the bacteria, so a new treatment was needed.
這種藥物對細菌無效,因此需要新的治疗方法。