Found 2 items, similar to Quiescence.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: quiescence quiescence n 1: a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction; “the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy” [syn: dormancy, quiescency] 2: quiet and inactive restfulness [syn: quiescency, dormancy, sleeping]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Quiescence Quiescence \Qui*es"cence\, Quiescency \Qui*es"cen*cy\, n. [L. quiescentia, fr. quiescens, p. pr.; cf. F. quiestence. See Quiesce.] The state or quality of being quiescent. “Quiescence, bodily and mental.” --H. Spencer. [1913 Webster] Deeds will be done; -- while be boasts his quiescence. --R. Browning. [1913 Webster]