The word "inactivo" is an adjective.
/inakˈtivo/
"Inactivo" refers to something or someone that is not active, not engaging in any action, or not currently in operation. It is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, often in discussions about health, job status, or general activity.
It is a moderately frequent term and is used in various contexts, such as legal situations (to refer to inactive status in accounts or laws), medical contexts (in reference to inactive diseases), and everyday speech (to refer to someone not participating in activities).
"La cuenta bancaria está inactiva desde hace seis meses."
("The bank account has been inactive for six months.")
"El virus en el cuerpo del paciente se considera inactivo."
("The virus in the patient's body is considered inactive.")
"Después de su accidente, se sintió inactivo y sin energía."
("After his accident, he felt inactive and low on energy.")
Although "inactivo" is not commonly featured in well-known idiomatic expressions, it can be part of phrases that convey a lack of activity or engagement.
"Tener un comportamiento inactivo."
("To have an inactive behavior.")
This can often refer to a lifestyle leading to health problems.
"Estar en un estado inactivo."
("To be in an inactive state.")
Used frequently in technical or formal contexts, such as systems being down.
"Mantenerse inactivo."
("To remain inactive.")
This expression can apply to people or organizations that do not engage in necessary activities or responsibilities.
"Debemos preocuparnos si seguimos teniendo un comportamiento inactivo."
("We should worry if we continue to have inactive behavior.")
"La computadora estaba en un estado inactivo durante horas."
("The computer was in an inactive state for hours.")
"Si decides mantenerte inactivo, perderás la oportunidad de mejorar."
("If you decide to remain inactive, you'll lose the opportunity to improve.")
The word inactivo originates from the Latin root inactivus, with "in-" meaning "not" and "activus" meaning "active." The prefix indicates a negation, thereby forming a concept that has been carried over into both Spanish and other Romance languages.
Synonyms: - pasivo (passive) - desocupado (unoccupied) - indiferente (indifferent)
Antonyms: - activo (active) - ocupado (occupied) - diligente (diligent)