Stasis (Noun)
Meaning 1
Inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The labor dispute had reached a point of stasis, with neither side willing to compromise or back down.
- Despite a strong defense, the team was in a state of stasis, unable to score due to the opposing team's equally strong defense.
- The socioeconomic development of the town had reached stasis, with lack of funding and support preventing further growth.
- Years of diplomatic tension had brought the two nations to a state of stasis, unable to progress in their negotiations.
- The company's growth had reached stasis due to increased competition from rival businesses and internal conflicts.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
An abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's condition had caused a state of stasis in the affected limb due to poor blood circulation.
- Corns on the feet can be a symptom of stasis, a condition where the normal flow of blood is slowed or impaired.
- Deep vein thrombosis can occur from stasis resulting from lengthy periods of inactivity.
- A series of Doppler tests and ultrasounds showed venous stasis in the patient's veins.
- Chronic venous insufficiency may lead to stasis, which can cause swelling, pain, and a range of skin problems.