CEFR B2

stagnation

noun

Meaning

The state of not flowing or moving, or of not developing or progressing.

Examples

The country's economy suffered from years of stagnation, with no job growth or new investments.
A lack of fresh ideas can lead to intellectual stagnation in a team.

Synonyms: stillness, inertia, quiescence, languor

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stagnation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /stæɡˈneɪʃən/

Definition

The state of not flowing or moving, or of not developing or progressing.

Examples

The country's economy suffered from years of stagnation, with no job growth or new investments.
A lack of fresh ideas can lead to intellectual stagnation in a team.
The pond's water showed signs of stagnation, covered with algae and emitting a foul odor.

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