inaction
noun/ɪnˈækʃən/
Frequency rank: #11,380 most common English word
Meaning
failure to act; lack of action when action is needed.
Example sentence
The government was criticized for its inaction during the crisis.
Synonyms & related words
- inactivity
- passivity
- neglect
- idleness
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