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stagneren — meaning in English

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English meaning

languish verb To gradually lose strength, vitality, or spirit, especially over a long period of neglect or hardship.
plateau noun A large area of relatively flat, elevated land.

Senses

stagneren is used for these senses in English:

languish (intransitive) To be neglected; to make little progress, be unsuccessful. [from 17th c.]
plateau (intransitive) (of a varying quantity) To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.

plateau — full definition

noun A large area of relatively flat, elevated land.
noun A period during which something that was rising levels off and stays roughly stable.
verb To stop rising or improving and level off at a stable point.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

verslappen verzwakken smachten verlangen kwijnen wegkwijnen hoogvlakte plateau schaal stabiliseren