dormant member

[/ˈdɔːrmənt ˈmɛmbər/]
nounpl: dormant members
membro inativo
1. A member of an organization, club, or society who is temporarily inactive but retains membership status and rights
After moving abroad, she became a dormant member of the alumni association but could reactivate her membership at any time.
Depois de se mudar para o exterior, ela se tornou membro inativo da associação de ex-alunos, mas poderia reativar sua associação a qualquer momento.
2. In corporate contexts, a shareholder or member whose shares or voting rights are not currently active but remain registered
The dormant member status allows shareholders to maintain their position without paying annual fees during periods of inactivity.
O status de membro inativo permite que os acionistas mantenham sua posição sem pagar taxas anuais durante períodos de inatividade.
3. A person who has ceased participating in group activities but has not formally resigned or terminated membership
Several dormant members rejoined the club during the membership drive.
Vários membros inativos se reinscreveram no clube durante a campanha de filiação.
The concept of 'dormant member' is common in Brazilian associações, cooperativas, and clubs, allowing members flexibility during life changes. In the US, this status is prevalent in professional associations, alumni networks, and fraternal organizations. Both cultures recognize the value of maintaining organizational connections without requiring constant participation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inactive membernon-participating membersuspended memberassociate member
Antonyms / Antônimos
active memberparticipating memberengaged memberfull member

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
membro inativo
Most common term used in organizations and clubs throughout Brazil
Portugal
membro adormecido / membro inativo
Both terms are used; membro adormecido is a literal translation but less formal
Corporate/Legal Portuguese
sócio inativo / membro inativo
Used in business and legal contexts for shareholders and corporate members

Related Words

membershipinactive statusreactivationmember engagementorganizational structureparticipation

Related Idioms & Phrases

wake up a dormant member
put on ice (informal equivalent)
bring back to the fold
reactivate membership
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