Defunct micronation, much like a failed state, is a term describing a microstate or micronation that either ceased to exist or ceased to function properly or has merged with another thus, making it defunct. In micronationalism, a state becomes defunct usually by proclamation of a nation being defunct or falling into long-term inactivity (on the internet). However, some micronations continue to be active even if all their internet activities cease (usually due to technical difficulties, etc) and are mistakenly perceived as inactive.