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Synonyms & Similar Words
dormant
inactive
inert
motionless
static
stale
stagnant
moribund
lethargic
sluggish
slow
idle
stagnant
unmoving
still
quiet
stationary
unchanging
fixed
rigid
stable
unchanged
uninspiring
uninteresting
dull
flat
lifeless
listless
apathetic
indifferent
unresponsive
impassive
Meaning of Stagnant
The primary meaning of the word "stagnant" is relating to a lack of movement or activity.
Definitions
- The word "stagnant" can be defined as:
- + (of a body of water) having no current or flow
- + (of a situation or condition) not changing or developing
- + (of a person or their mind) not active or progressing
Etymology of Stagnant
The word "stagnant" has its roots in the Latin word "stagnare," meaning to become stagnant, and is derived from "stagnatum," the past participle of "stagnare"
Historically, the word has been used to describe both literal and figurative states of inactivity or lack of movement
Example Uses
- The lake became stagnant due to the lack of rainfall and influx of water
- * The company's stagnant sales figures led to a reevaluation of their marketing strategy
- * After a few months of not practicing, my skills became stagnant and I had to start over