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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sedentary

/ˈsɛdɛnˌtɛri/ adjective · British & US
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What does sedentary mean?

adjective

Lacking physical activity; spending a lot of time sitting or engaged in sedentary activities. Characterized by a lack of physical activity or exercise.

Example

"After a year of sedentary work, John decided to take up hiking to improve his health."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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