inexertion

[ in-ig-zur-shuhn ]

noun

1. lack of exertion; inaction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of inexertion¹

First recorded in 1785–95; in- ³ + exertion

Example Sentences

When any cause occurs, which diminishes to a certain degree the supply of sensorial power in respect to the whole system; as suppose a temporary inexertion of the brain; what happens?

From Project Gutenberg

But I replied, "Such disclosures and revelation are not granted from heaven; since in proportion as a man knows things to come, in the same proportion his reason and understanding, together with his wisdom and prudence, fall into an indolence of inexertion, grow torpid, and decay."

From Project Gutenberg