Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inanimate

Adjective

/ɪˈnænɪmət/

Definition

Not alive; lacking the qualities of life.

Examples

The inanimate objects in the room seemed to hold the secrets of the past.
Inanimate materials like wood and metal are often used in construction.
Philosophers have long debated whether inanimate things can possess any form of essence.

Meaning

The term ‘inanimate’ refers to objects, substances, or entities that do not possess life or are not living. These can include items like rocks, chairs, or water, which do not exhibit biological activity or growth.