adjective
inertial
ih-NUR-shuhl
Inertial (adjective) means relating to or based on inertia. Example: “Submarines use inertial navigation systems that don't rely on satellites.”
adjective
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Relating to or based on inertia.
"Submarines use inertial navigation systems that don't rely on satellites."
"The rocket's guidance depends on inertial sensors tracking acceleration."
How to use inertial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing something to do with inertia, as in the science or engineering sense.
Common pairings
inertial navigation
inertial guidance
inertial frame
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Etymology
From inertia + the adjective-forming suffix -al.
Rhymes for inertial
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What does “inertial” mean?
The word “inertial” means relating to or based on inertia. In plain terms, describing something to do with inertia, as in the science or engineering sense.
How do you pronounce “inertial”?
“Inertial” is pronounced ih-NUR-shuhl (/ɪˈnɝ.ʃəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “inertial” in a sentence?
Here is “inertial” used in a sentence: “Submarines use inertial navigation systems that don't rely on satellites.”
What part of speech is “inertial”?
“Inertial” is an adjective.
