dormancy
Pronunciation: [ˈdɔːrmənsi]
Word
Context: "biological processes"
(noun) the state of being inactive or not growing for a period of time. This can happen with plants or animals, like when a bear sleeps during the winter.
Example
During winter, many plants go into dormancy to survive the cold.
Example
The seeds never entered dormancy and sprouted immediately.
Example
Why do some animals enter dormancy during the winter months?
Context: "psychology"
(noun) a period when a person is not actively thinking or doing much. Sometimes, we need a break, and our minds can feel asleep or inactive for a while.
Example
After a busy week, she enjoyed a few days of dormancy to recharge her mind.
Example
He felt no dormancy in his plans; he was always busy with work.
Example
Do you think some people need dormancy to stay mentally healthy?
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