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quiescent

UK
/kwɪˈɛs.ənt/
US
/kwaɪˈɛs.ənt/

Translations

quiescentadjective
more quiescent
Comp.
most quiescent
Super.
UK
/kwɪˈɛs.ənt/
US
/kwaɪˈɛs.ənt/
quiescentSoutenu, surtout en contexte scientifique, médical ou géologique.
The volcano has been quiescent for over a century, showing no signs of eruption.
Le volcan est resté quiescent pendant plus d’un siècle, sans montrer de signes d’éruption.
Additional translations
dormantSurtout en médecine et en biologie.
Synonyms
motionless
still
dormant
inactive
peaceful
tranquil
quiet
resting
Antonyms
dynamic
lively
active

Definitions

quiescentadjective
In a state or period of inactivity or dormancy.
The volcano has been quiescent for over a century, showing no signs of eruption.
In medicine or biology, showing no symptoms or activity; dormant.
The infection can remain quiescent in the body for decades.
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