English to English Dictionary

Stagnation

The state or process of not flowing, moving, or changing; lack of activity, growth, or development.

Staid

Sedate, respectable, and unadventurous; characterized by propriety and sobriety.

Stain

A discolored patch or dirty mark left on something.

Staining

The action or process of applying a color or substance to something, often resulting in a change of appearance.

Stairway

A set of stairs or steps leading from one floor to another.

Stake

A strong wooden or metal post driven into the ground to support a plant, mark a boundary, or serve as a support.

Stakeholder

A person, group, or organization that has an interest or concern in an organization or system.

Stale

No longer fresh and pleasant to eat; hard, musty, or dry.

Stale Assets

Assets that have lost their value or are no longer useful in a financial context.

Stalemate

A situation in chess in which the player whose turn it is to move is not in check but has no legal moves, resulting in a draw.

Stalk

To pursue or approach stealthily, as prey or a person.

Stalking

The act or crime of willfully and repeatedly following or harassing another person, causing fear of injury or distress.