quiescent

The word “quiescent” has 3 syllables: qui-es-cent

It's pronounced as /ˈkwɪɛsənt/

What is synonym and antonym for quiescent?

In the thesaurus, “quiescent” has 47 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for quiescent along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for quiescent

ambitionless
apathetic
asleep
at rest
catatonic
comatose
deactivated
dead
dopey
dopy
dormant
drowsy
drugged
dull
fallow
idle
immobile
in abeyance
inactive
inanimate
indolent
inert
inoperative
languorous
latent
lazy
lazyish
lethargic
listless
motionless
passive
quiet
resting
sedentary
shiftless
slack
sleepy
slothful
sluggard
sluggardly
sluggish
slumbering
somnambulant
stagnant
static
still
torpid

Antonyms for quiescent

active
animated
assiduous
bouncing
busy
diligent
dynamic
energetic
engaged
hardworking
industrious
kinetic
lively
occupied
peppy
perky
sedulous
spirited
sprightly
springy
vigorous
vital
vivacious
working
zippy

Meanings of quiescent

adjective
1. Inactive, quiet, at rest.
2. Not sounded; silent.
3. Non-proliferating.

Example Sentences

The volcano appeared quiescent for decades before suddenly erupting.
During the winter months, many animals enter a quiescent state to conserve energy.
The lake's surface was calm and quiescent in the early morning light.
Economic activity in the region remained quiescent following the market crash.
After the hectic holiday season, she enjoyed a few days of quiescent relaxation at home.

On this page you'll find 72 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to quiescent, such as: active, ambitionless, animated, apathetic, asleep, assiduous, at rest.

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