pathology vs quiescent

pathology is a noun but quiescent is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pathology	Yes	No	No	No
quiescent	No	Yes	No	No

pathology (noun)	quiescent (noun)
the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases
any deviation from a healthy or normal condition

pathology (adjective)	quiescent (adjective)
	being quiet or still or inactive
	(pathology) causing no symptoms
	not active or activated
	marked by a state of tranquil repose