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stagnate vs idle

idle vs stagnate

stagnate is not a noun while idle is a noun.

stagnate is not an adjective while idle is an adjective.

stagnate and idle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stagnate No No Yes No
idle Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, stagnate and idle are synonyms defined as:
  • stagnate and idle: be idle; exist in a changeless situation
Other synonyms of stagnate include laze, slug.
stagnate (noun) idle (noun)
the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
stagnate (adjective) idle (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
stagnate (verb) idle (verb)
be idle; exist in a changeless situation run disconnected or idle
cease to flow; stand without moving be idle; exist in a changeless situation
stand still
cause to stagnate
Difference between stagnate and idle

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