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Stagnant

adjective
/ˈstæɡ.nənt/

Meaning

not moving or flowing; showing no activity or development
not moving, changing, or developing; inactive

Example Sentences

The stagnant water in the pond was covered with algae.

The company’s growth remained stagnant for several years.

Example Expressions

stagnant water

Synonyms

motionless, still, static, inactive, sluggish
Entry 1
motionless, still, static, inactive
Entry 2
motionless, still, inactive, sluggish

Antonyms

flowing, active, dynamic, moving
Entry 1
flowing, active, dynamic, moving
Entry 2
active, flowing, dynamic

Collocations

stagnant water, stagnant economy, stagnant growth, stagnant market
Entry 1
stagnant water, stagnant economy, stagnant growth
Entry 2
stagnant economy, stagnant market, stagnant water, stagnant growth

Related Vocabularies

normal; usual; not special
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Having lost enthusiasm, hope, or confidence; dejected.
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
demanding immediate action or attention; urgent

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