1. a state of not flowing or moving; lack of activity, growth, or development

Examples

• The economy fell into stagnation after the recession.
• Years of stagnation left the company struggling to compete.
• The stagnation of water in the pond created a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
• Political stagnation prevented any meaningful reforms.
• The artist’s creative stagnation lasted for months.
• Urban stagnation led to declining property values.
• The team’s performance showed clear signs of stagnation.