stagnantly
|stag-nant-ly|
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/ˈstæɡ.nənt.li/
(stagnant)
still, unmoving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stagnant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'stagnare,' where 'stagnum' meant 'standing water.'
Historical Evolution
'stagnare' transformed into the French word 'stagner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stagnant' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'standing water,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not flowing or moving.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not flowing or moving; lacking development or progress.
The economy has been growing stagnantly for the past few years.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 02:26