Level800+
noun (名詞)
Inertia
惰性、慣性、停滞
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、組織やプロジェクトが変化に適応できずに停滞している状況を表す際によく使われます。変化への抵抗といった文脈で登場します。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
stagnation
inaction
sluggishness
📝 Business Examples
The company's management struggled to overcome the inertia of its traditional business model.
その会社の経営陣は、従来のビジネスモデルの惰性を克服するのに苦労した。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "Inertia"
The project faced significant _______ due to a lack of clear leadership and direction.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 「リーダーシップの欠如によりプロジェクトが停滞する」という文脈に合致するのは「inertia（停滞）」です。
English: In the context of a lack of leadership and direction, 'inertia' meaning stagnation or inactivity is the most appropriate choice.
English: In the context of a lack of leadership and direction, 'inertia' meaning stagnation or inactivity is the most appropriate choice.
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