Definition of Quiescent

  • (a.) Being in a state of repose; at rest; still; not moving; as, a quiescent body or fluid.
  • (a.) Not ruffed with passion; unagitated; not in action; not excited; quiet; dormant; resting.
  • (a.) Not sounded; silent; as, y is quiescent in \"day\" and \"say.\"
  • (n.) A silent letter.

Synonyms of Quiescent


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Antonyms of Quiescent


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Homophones of Quiescent


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