1.NounThe state of being stagnant; an instance of this.
"Factors known to encourage the growth of harmful bacteria inside cooling systems include the stagnation of the water.; The general concern about industrial stagnation inspired an overhaul of the patent system."
2.NounThe state of lacking flow or motion, usually causing a lack of freshness or health; an instance of this.
"Factors known to encourage the growth of harmful bacteria inside cooling systems include the stagnation of the water."
3.NounThe state of lacking activity, change or progress, or excitement in an unhealthy manner; inactivity, staleness; an instance of this.
"The general concern about industrial stagnation inspired an overhaul of the patent system."
4.NounThe state of low or no growth in an economy; an instance of this.