Stagnasi
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The state of cessation in flow, movement, or development resulting in an inactive or static condition. In economic and social contexts, this term refers to a prolonged period during which no significant growth or progress occurs.
Synonyms & Variants
beku
In a non-physical context, it means no development or change, such as 'frozen market' or 'frozen situation'.
kemacetan
More commonly used for physical or technical contexts
kemandekan
A state of being stopped or not moving, often referring to development or progress.
mandek
Completely stopped or not moving, often used in daily conversation to describe something that is not developing.
terhenti
A state where a process or movement does not continue.
kebuntuan
Often used in negotiation or discussion contexts
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is borrowed from the Dutch stagnatie which originates from the Latin stagnare. The word originally refers to water that stops flowing or becomes pool-like. In modern contexts, its usage expands to economics and sociology to describe a phase where progress indicators show no positive changes over a specific period.
Real-world Usage
Kebijakan baru ini diharapkan dapat mengatasi stagnasi ekonomi yang sedang terjadi.
English Translation
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