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stasis

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Noun — A state of no movement or change; a standstill.

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek stasis, meaning "a standing still" — the same root as the word stand.

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What does “stasis” mean?
The word “stasis” means a state of no movement or change; a standstill. In plain terms, a state where nothing is moving, growing, or changing.
How do you pronounce “stasis”?
“Stasis” is pronounced STAY-sihs (/ˈsteɪsɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “stasis” in a sentence?
Here is “stasis” used in a sentence: “The peace talks reached a stasis, with neither side willing to compromise.”
What part of speech is “stasis”?
“Stasis” is a noun.
Where does the word “stasis” come from?
The word “stasis” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek stasis, meaning "a standing still" — the same root as the word stand.
How many meanings does “stasis” have?
“Stasis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a state of no movement or change; a standstill.

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