quiescent

(qui-es-cent) 3 syllables

Definition


adjective.
in a state of inaction or rest; dormant.

Example Sentence

A quiescent volcano can still be dangerous!

Synonyms

dormant; inactive; asleep; at rest

Antonyms

active

Rhymes

  • bessent
  • crescent

  • depressant
  • fluorescent
  • incessant
  • quiescent
  • suppressant
  • tumescent

  • adolescent
  • convalescent
  • effervescent
  • evanescent
  • incandescent
  • iridescent
  • luminescent
  • obsolescent

  • antidepressant
  • preadolescent