Stagnant Synonyms

Stagnant synonyms such as "depressed, dead, dead, and declining". Stagnant is an adjective, and its antonyms are flowing, running, and fresh. Here are 33 another word for stagnant with example sentences.

Another word for Stagnant

33 other ways to say stagnant.

1. still

  • still
  • stationary
  • static
  • standing
  • stale
  • slack
  • putrid
  • putrefied
  • motionless
  • lifeless
  • inert
  • immobile
  • foul
  • filthy
  • dirty
  • dead
  • brackis

2. inactive

  • static
  • stagnating
  • sluggish
  • slow-moving
  • slow
  • quiet
  • moribund
  • lethargic
  • inactive
  • flat
  • dying
  • dull
  • dormant
  • depressed
  • declining
  • dead

How to Use stagnant in a Sentence

His career felt stagnant after years in the same position.

Stagnant relationships can cause frustration and boredom.

The water in the pond became stagnant over time.