sedentary — involving little physical activity; characterized by much sitting and little physical exercise
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: involving little physical activity; characterized by much sitting and little physical exercise
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsedənteri/
Example Sentences
- After becoming a programmer, Jake's sedentary lifestyle turned him into a human cushion.
- The doctor warned that sedentary behavior increases the risk of various health problems.
- My cat has mastered the art of sedentary living – she's basically a furry pillow that eats.
sedentary
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsedənteri/]
involving little physical activity; characterized by much sitting and little physical exercise
After months of a sedentary desk job, his back finally screamed in protest.
Elementary documentary makes life sedentary!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'sedentarius', derived from 'sedere' meaning 'to sit'. The word entered English through French influence and describes a lifestyle characterized by sitting.
Breakdown
sed- (sit, from Latin sedere) + -ent (being in a state of) + -ary (adjective suffix indicating a condition or tendency) = sedentary
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After becoming a programmer, Jake's sedentary lifestyle turned him into a human cushion.”
“The doctor warned that sedentary behavior increases the risk of various health problems.”
“My cat has mastered the art of sedentary living – she's basically a furry pillow that eats.”
“Remote work has made many people more sedentary than ever before.”
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