What does stagnant mean?
Stagnant means Lacking flow or motion, and thus usually not fresh or healthy; decaying through stillness..
Stagnant
/ˈstæɡnənt/ · adjective
Meaning
Lacking flow or motion, and thus usually not fresh or healthy; decaying through stillness..
Definitions by Sense
- Lacking flow or motion, and thus usually not fresh or healthy; decaying through stillness.
- (figurative) Without activity, change or progress, or excitement in an unhealthy manner; inactive, stale.
Example Sentences
a stagnant pool stagnant water
a stagnant economy stagnant prices
Their love had turned stagnant.
Synonyms for stagnant
Antonyms for stagnant
Related Words
Word Forms
- more stagnant
- most stagnant
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for stagnant?
Common synonyms include motionless, stale, standing, still.
What is the opposite of stagnant?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use stagnant in a sentence?
a stagnant pool stagnant water
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