STAGNANT


Meaning of STAGNANT in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ stægnənt ]

1.

If something such as a business or society is stagnant , there is little activity or change.

He is seeking advice on how to revive the stagnant economy...

Mass movements are often a factor in the awakening and renovation of stagnant societies.

ADJ [ disapproval ]

2.

Stagnant water is not flowing, and therefore often smells unpleasant and is dirty.

ADJ

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's English Dictionary.      Английский словарь Коллинз COBUILD для изучающих язык на продвинутом уровне.