Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stagnate
verb
/ˈstæɡ.neɪt/
Definition
To remain inactive or unchanged; to cease to flow or develop.
Examples
- The economy began to stagnate, leading to higher unemployment rates.
- Without new ideas, the project might stagnate and fail to deliver results.
- If we don’t innovate, our company will stagnate in a competitive market.
Meaning
When something stagnates, it stops progressing, developing, or moving forward.
Synonyms
- languish
- idle
- remain stagnant
- stand still
- dulled
