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