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underactive

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective underactive has 1 sense
  1. hypoactive, underactive - abnormally inactive
    Antonym: active (indirect, via inactive)

Definitions from the Web

underactive (adjective):

1. (Medical) Having less than normal or expected activity or functioning.

- Sample sentence: "The patient has an underactive thyroid, resulting in fatigue and weight gain."

2. (Economy) Referring to a sector, industry, or market that is not performing as well as anticipated or desired.

- Sample sentence: "The underactive housing market is causing a decline in property prices."

3. (Fitness) Describing a person who engages in less physical activity than is considered healthy or recommended.

- Sample sentence: "An underactive lifestyle can have detrimental effects on overall health."

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