Definition of Quiescency

1. Noun. A state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction. "The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy"

Exact synonyms: Dormancy, Quiescence
Generic synonyms: Inaction, Inactiveness, Inactivity
Specialized synonyms: Hibernation, Aestivation, Estivation, Slumber
Attributes: Dormant, Inactive
Derivative terms: Dormant, Dormant, Dormant, Quiescent, Dormant, Quiescent

2. Noun. Quiet and inactive restfulness.
Exact synonyms: Dormancy, Quiescence, Sleeping
Generic synonyms: Ease, Relaxation, Repose, Rest
Specialized synonyms: Vegetation
Derivative terms: Dormant, Quiescent, Quiescent

Lexicographical Neighbors of Quiescency

quiddle
quiddled
quiddler
quiddlers
quiddles
quiddling
quidnunc
quidnuncs
quids
quid pro quo
quiesce
quiesced
quiescence
quiescence
quiescences
quiescency (current term)
quiescent
quiescent
quiescently
quiescent stem cell
quiesces
quiescing
quiet
quiet
quieted
quieten
quietened
quietener
quieteners
quietening

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