English noun: dormancy | |||
1. | dormancy (state) a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction | ||
Samples | The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy. | ||
Synonyms | quiescence, quiescency | ||
Broader (hypernym) | inaction, inactiveness, inactivity | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | aestivation, estivation, hibernation, slumber | ||
Attribute | dormant, inactive | ||
2. | dormancy (act) quiet and inactive restfulness | ||
Synonyms | quiescence, quiescency, sleeping | ||
Broader (hypernym) | ease, relaxation, repose, rest | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | vegetation | ||