Basic Details
Word: Stagnant
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not moving or flowing; dull and inactive.
Synonyms: Still, motionless, inactive
Antonyms: Active, flowing, vibrant
Idioms and Phrases
- Stagnant waters: Refers to situations or places lacking activity or progress. Example: "The project remained stagnant waters, with no one taking the lead."
- Stagnant thinking: Describes a lack of new ideas or progress in thought. Example: "His stagnant thinking prevented him from coming up with innovative solutions."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The stagnant pond was filled with algae, making it difficult for any fish to survive.
Example 2: After months of no improvements, the team's stagnant performance worried their coach.
Example 3: She decided to change her routine, as she felt stagnant in her personal growth.
Fun Fact
Did you know that stagnant water can become a breeding ground for mosquitoes and other pests? This is why its important to keep water sources clean and flowing!
Famous Quote
"In the end, some of your greatest pains become your greatest strengths." - Drew Barrymore (related to the idea that stagnancy can lead to growth if one chooses to overcome it).
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "stagnant" mean?
a) Full of activity
b) Not moving or flowing
c) Always changing
d) Filled with energy
Answer: b) Not moving or flowing
2. Which of these is a synonym of "stagnant"?
a) Dynamic
b) Motionless
c) Lively
d) Bright
Answer: b) Motionless
3. Which sentence uses "stagnant" correctly?
a) The stagnant river flowed faster than ever.
b) The stagnant ideas we discussed led to no new discoveries.
c) The stagnant rain fell heavily.
d) The stagnant children played happily in the park.
Answer: b) The stagnant ideas we discussed led to no new discoveries.
4. Which idiom refers to a lack of activity?
a) Stagnant waters
b) A breath of fresh air
c) The sky's the limit
d) Moving mountains
Answer: a) Stagnant waters
5. What is the opposite of "stagnant"?
a) Quiet
b) Active
c) Calm
d) Lazy
Answer: b) Active
