quiescency

Noun

qui=es=cen=cy

WORDNET DICTIONARY

quiescency(n = noun.state) dormancy, quiescence - a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction; "the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy"

is a kind of inaction, inactiveness, inactivity

has particulars: hibernation, aestivation, estivation, slumber

Derived forms adjective dormant₁, adjective quiescent₁

quiescency(n = noun.act) dormancy, quiescence, sleeping - quiet and inactive restfulness; Array

is a kind of ease, relaxation, repose, rest

has particulars: vegetation

Derived form adjective quiescent₂

quiescency, n. [L. quiescentia, fr. quiescens, p. pr.; cf. F. quiestence. See Quiesce.].

The state or quality of being quiescent. H. Spencer. [1913 Webster]

"Deeds will be done; -- while be boasts his quiescence." [1913 Webster]