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quiescence
noun qui·es·cence \kwī-ˈe-sən(t)s, kwē-\
Definition of QUIESCENCE
: the quality or state of being quiescent
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First Known Use of QUIESCENCE
circa 1631
Related to QUIESCENCE
- Synonyms
- cold storage, deep freeze, doldrums, dormancy, holding pattern, latency, moratorium, abeyance, suspended animation, suspense, suspension
- Antonyms
- continuance, continuation
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quiescence
noun qui·es·cence \kwī-ˈes-ən(t)s, kwē-\
Medical Definition of QUIESCENCE
: the quality or state of being quiescent
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