inertly definition
The definition of inert is slow or having no action or power to move. An example of inert is a slug that is standing still. having inertia; without power to move, act, or resist. tending to be physically or mentally inactive; dull; slow.
Definition of inert. 1  1 : lacking the power to move. 2  2 : very slow to move or act : sluggish. 3  3 : deficient in active properties; especially : lacking a usual or anticipated chemical or biological action.