stagnant

[ˈstæɡnənt]

stagnant Definition

• 1. not flowing or moving
• 2. showing no activity; dull and sluggish

Using stagnant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stagnant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The water in the pond was stagnant and smelled bad.

• Example

  The company's profits have been stagnant for the past year.

• Example

  His career has become stagnant, with no opportunities for advancement.

• Example

  The economy is in danger of becoming stagnant.

stagnant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stagnant

• still
• motionless
• inactive
• sluggish
• dull

Antonyms for stagnant

• flowing
• moving
• active
• dynamic
• lively

Phrases with stagnant

• stagnant water

  water that is not flowing and often has a bad smell due to lack of oxygen

  Example

  The pond was full of stagnant water.

• stagnant economy

  an economy that is not growing or developing

  Example

  The country's stagnant economy is causing widespread unemployment.

• stagnant career

  a career that is not progressing or advancing

  Example

  After years of working in the same position, he felt like his career had become stagnant.

Origins of stagnant

from Latin 'stagnantem', meaning 'standing water'

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Summary: stagnant in Brief

The term 'stagnant' [ˈstæɡnənt] describes things that are not flowing or moving, such as water or air, and also refers to situations that show no activity or growth, such as a stagnant economy or career. It can be used to describe a lack of progress or development, as in 'His career has become stagnant,' or a lack of freshness or vitality, as in 'The air in the room was stagnant.'