Stagnant Synonyms

33 stagnant synonyms include still, motionless, immobile, inert, lifeless, dead, standing, slack, static, and stationary. Stagnant is an adjective, and its antonyms are flowing, running, and fresh. Here are some additional synonyms for "stagnant" with example sentences.

Another word for Stagnant

33 other ways to say stagnant.

1. still

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

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