Inertly

in·ert  (n-ûrt)

adj.

1. Unable to move or act.

2. Sluggish in action or motion; lethargic. See Synonyms at inactive.

3. Chemistry Not readily reactive with other elements; forming few or no chemical compounds.

4. Having no pharmacologic or therapeutic action.

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[Latin iners, inert- : in-, not; see in-¹ + ars, skill; see ar- in Indo-European roots.]

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in·ertly adv.

in·ertness n.