unresponsive
word
Definition
Not reacting, replying, or showing any response. Used for people, computers, or things that don't answer or react as expected.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal, technical, or medical contexts: 'the patient was unresponsive', 'the app is unresponsive'. Describes both people and non-human things. Not the same as 'silent'; refers specifically to a lack of reaction.
Spanish: inconsciente - que no respondePortuguese (BR): não responsivo - insensívelPortuguese (PT): não responsivo - insensívelChinese (Simplified): 无反应的 - 没有回应的Chinese (Traditional): 無反應的 - 沒有回應的Hindi: अप्रतीकारक - प्रतिक्रिया नहीं दे रहाArabic: غير مستجيب - لا يرد
Example Sentences
The computer is unresponsive and won't turn on.
basic
She felt worried because her friend was unresponsive to her messages.
basic
The child became unresponsive after eating the peanut.
basic
If the website is unresponsive, try refreshing the page.
natural
The manager seemed unresponsive to our suggestions during the meeting.
natural
He knocked loudly, but the house remained unresponsive.
natural