stagnation

Meanings

• noun

  The condition of standing still or not growing, progressing, or developing.

  - "The economy was in a state of stagnation."
  - "The pond had reached a stage of stagnation, with no new life entering it."

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Rhymes

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station , nation , frustration

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Variants

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stagnation , stagnations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'stagnare', meaning 'to stand still or be at a standstill'.

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Trivia

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1. Stagnation can lead to the growth of harmful bacteria and other organisms, which can be detrimental to both the environment and human health.

2. The term 'stagnation' is often used in economics to describe a period of slow or no economic growth.

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Related Concepts

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1. stalemate: A situation where neither side in a conflict can achieve a decisive victory, resulting in a standstill.

2. stagnant water: Water that is still and not flowing, often with a high level of pollution and a lack of oxygen.

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Culture

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In literature, stagnation is often used metaphorically to describe a lack of progress or growth in various contexts, such as personal development, social progress, or artistic expression.

How to Memorize "stagnation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a body of water that is no longer moving or growing, with algae and other organisms thriving in the lack of oxygen.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'stagnation' with a lack of progress or growth.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'stagnation' as 'stand-again', emphasizing the idea of standing still.

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