GRE Word List

STAGNANT

not flowing in a current or stream

The meaning of the word stagnant is not flowing in a current or stream.

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WordMeaning
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
contumaciousstubbornly disobedient : rebellious
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
uniquebeing the only one : sole
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
siltloose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter
consolean architectural member projecting from a wall to form a bracket or from a keystone for ornament
remediablecapable of being remedied
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
retinuea group of retainers or attendants