Definitions

1. verb

to become or remain in a state of little or no change or progress; to become inactive or useless

“The economy stagnated due to a lack of investment.”

2. verb

to stop flowing or moving, especially water

“The river began to stagnate in the summer months.”

3. noun

a state of little or no change or progress

“The stagnation of the economy led to widespread unemployment.”

4. noun

a pool of stagnant water

“The doctor told her to avoid the stagnate area near the lake.”