quiescence | ||
1. | [ noun ] a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction | |
Synonyms: | quiescency dormancy | |
Examples: | "the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy" |
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Related terms: | inaction estivation hibernation slumber dormant | |
2. | [ noun ] quiet and inactive restfulness | |
Synonyms: | dormancy sleeping quiescency | |
Related terms: | ease vegetation | |
Similar spelling: |
quiescency |