stasis

🇬🇧 UK/'steisis/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A state of inactivity or stoppage; the slowing or halting of normal fluid flow in the body.

停滞;(医)体液郁积

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
stasisstem
=stasis

Common Collocations

  • 1.venous stasis静脉郁积
  • 2.political stasis政治停滞
  • 3.period of stasis停滞期
  • 4.cultural stasis文化停滞

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The company fell into a period of stasis after its founder resigned.

  • 2.

    Prolonged bed rest can cause venous stasis and increase the risk of blood clots.

  • 3.

    Political stasis gripped the nation as rival factions refused to compromise.

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