Inact vs. Intact: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 22, 2023
"Inact" is an incorrect spelling. "Intact" is the correct spelling, denoting something that remains undamaged or unchanged.
Which is correct: Inact or Intact
How to spell Intact?
Inact is Incorrect
Intact is Correct
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Key Differences
"Intact" starts with "in" just like "inside", and if something is inside, it's protected and remains intact.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 22, 2023
"Inact" would imply something inactive, but it doesn't exist.
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Oct 22, 2023
Think of "tact" as in "tactile" or touch, and something you can touch remains intact.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 22, 2023
The word "act" is inside "intact" implying action to preserve.
Sara Rehman
Oct 22, 2023
Remember the phrase "keep intact" - you wouldn't say "keep inact".
Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
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Inact and Intact Definitions
Intact
Uninjured; untouched or unharmed.
After the accident, she was shaken but intact.
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Sep 10, 2023
Intact
Unbroken, whole, or undamaged.
Despite the rough handling, the vase remained intact.
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Sep 10, 2023
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Intact
Left complete or whole; not touched, defiled, sullied or otherwise damaged.
I packed my belongings carefully so that they would survive the move intact.
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Sep 08, 2023
Intact
Untouched, especially by anything that harms, defiles, or the like; uninjured; undefiled; left complete or entire.
When all external differences have passed away, one element remains intact, unchanged, - the everlasting basis of our common nature, the human soul.
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Sep 08, 2023
Intact
Constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged;
A local motion keepeth bodies integral
Was able to keep the collection entire during his lifetime
Fought to keep the union intact
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Sep 08, 2023
Intact
Not impaired or diminished in any way;
Emerged from the trial with his prestige intact
The blast left his hearint intact
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Intact
Undamaged in any way; whole;
The vase remained intact despite rough handling
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Intact
Complete and in original state; unchanged.
The document was still intact after centuries.
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Sep 10, 2023
Intact
Not impaired or diminished.
His reputation was intact despite the rumors.
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Sep 10, 2023
Intact
Not altered, broken, or affected.
The team's winning streak remained intact.
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FAQs
What is the root word of Intact?
The root word of intact is "tactus" from Latin, meaning touched.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 22, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Intact?
Any conjunction can be used; it depends on the context of the sentence.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 22, 2023
Why is it called Intact?
Intact is derived from Latin "intactus", meaning untouched: "in-" (not) + "tactus" (touched).
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 22, 2023
What is the verb form of Intact?
Intact is an adjective; it doesn't have a verb form.
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Oct 22, 2023
Is Intact a negative or positive word?
Generally, "intact" is perceived as a positive word.
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Oct 22, 2023
Which vowel is used before Intact?
Typically, "an" is used before "intact" (an intact vase).
Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
What is the third form of Intact?
Intact doesn't have verb forms as it's an adjective.
Janet White
Oct 22, 2023
What is the plural form of Intact?
Intact doesn't have a plural form as it's an adjective.
Sara Rehman
Oct 22, 2023
Which preposition is used with Intact?
Various prepositions can be used, but "in" is common (e.g., "in intact condition").
Sara Rehman
Oct 22, 2023
Is Intact a vowel or consonant?
The word "intact" is a combination of vowels and consonants.
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Oct 22, 2023
Which determiner is used with Intact?
Determiners like "this", "that", "an", and "my" can be used with intact depending on the context.
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Oct 22, 2023
Is the Intact term a metaphor?
Not in itself, but it can be used metaphorically.
Sara Rehman
Oct 22, 2023
What is the first form of Intact?
Intact is an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
Which article is used with Intact?
Both "a" and "an" can be used, but "an" is more common (e.g., "an intact vase").
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Oct 22, 2023
How is Intact used in a sentence?
Despite the storm, the house remained intact.
Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Intact?
The second syllable, "tact", is stressed.
Sara Rehman
Oct 22, 2023
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