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Added 10 October 2026

stasis

/ˈsteɪsɪs/ noun

Latin root: stasis Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about stasis at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

An abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped.
Inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces.

Origin

From New Latin stasis, from Ancient Greek στάσις (stásis). See the doublet stead.

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