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idle vs stagnate

stagnate vs idle

idle is a noun but stagnate is not a noun.

idle is an adjective but stagnate is not an adjective.

idle and stagnate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
idle Yes Yes Yes No
stagnate No No Yes No
As verbs, idle and stagnate are synonyms defined as:
  • idle and stagnate: be idle; exist in a changeless situation
Other synonyms of idle include laze, slug.
idle (noun) stagnate (noun)
the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
idle (adjective) stagnate (adjective)
not in action or at work
silly or trivial
not in active use
lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility
not having a job
not yielding a return
without a basis in reason or fact
idle (verb) stagnate (verb)
run disconnected or idle be idle; exist in a changeless situation
be idle; exist in a changeless situation cease to flow; stand without moving
stand still
cause to stagnate
Difference between idle and stagnate

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