inoperative

• Описывает что-то, что не работает, не функционирует или не действует.

Describes something that is not working, not functioning, or not in effect.

1. Not functioning or workingB2formal

   Not operating or not in a working condition; unable to function.

   Не функционирующий

   • The elevator is inoperative due to a power failure.
   • The machine was declared inoperative after the malfunction.
   • All inoperative equipment must be reported to maintenance.

   Synonymsbrokendeaddefectivedowninactivekaputnonfunctionalunserviceableunusable

   Antonymsactivefunctioningoperationaloperativeworking

2. Having no effect or forceC1formal

   Not having any legal or practical effect; invalid or void.

   Недействительный

   • The old law became inoperative after the new legislation was passed.
   • The clause was ruled inoperative by the court.
   • The contract is inoperative until both parties sign it.

   Synonymsfutileidleineffectiveineffectualinvalidnugatorynullpowerlessuselessvainvoid

   Antonymsbindingeffectiveeffectualoperativevalid