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Not engaging in or involving any physical or mental activity; idle or dormant.
“He has been physically inactive since his injury last winter.”
The state of being inactive; lack of activity, movement, or exertion.
“Prolonged physical inactivity can lead to various health issues.”
Lack of attention; failure to pay proper attention or focus to something.
“His inattention during the lecture led to him missing several crucial exam questions.”
The inability to do something, or a lack of physical or mental power to perform a specific function or task.
“The accident resulted in a temporary incapacity that prevented him from returning to work for several months.”
The state of being confined in prison; imprisonment.
“The convicted criminal faced a mandatory sentence of incarceration for ten years.”
Lack of caution; heedlessness, carelessness, or imprudence.
“His repeated incaution in financial matters eventually led to bankruptcy.”
The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
“The project has faced numerous delays since its inception.”
The initial stage of a project or process during which the scope is defined, objectives are established, and the feasibility and business case are evaluated.
“During the inception phase, the team identified the primary stakeholders and outlined the core requirements for the software.”
Swollen, puffy, or distended, typically due to injury, inflammation, or fluid retention.
“Acordei com o rosto inchado depois de chorar a noite toda.”
An individual occurrence or event, often one that is unpleasant, unusual, or potentially disruptive.
“The police were called to investigate a minor incident involving a broken window.”
A secondary item or substance that is produced automatically or inadvertently as a consequence of manufacturing, processing, or chemical reactions aimed at creating a primary product.
“Sawdust is a common incidental product of lumber milling operations.”
To destroy something, especially waste material, by burning it completely.
“Medical waste is carefully collected and incinerated to prevent the spread of disease.”
Surgical cuts made into the skin or flesh, or a sharp, clean cut or notch made into an object.
“The surgeon made several small incisions to perform the laparoscopic procedure.”
A person's natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way; a disposition.
“He showed no inclination to sign the contract.”
To lean or turn away from a vertical line or direction; to slope.
“The road began to incline steeply as we approached the mountain pass.”