underactive

/ˌʌndərˈæktɪv/
adjective
  1. Not as active as normal or expected; having a lower level of activity.
    • An underactive thyroid can cause fatigue and weight gain.
    • The child was diagnosed with an underactive metabolism, so the doctor recommended more exercise.
    • The security system was underactive and failed to detect the intruder.
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