ESTIVATION Synonyms
There are 4 synonyms of the word
estivation.
(exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word estivation. (close relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word estivation. (close relations)
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Definition of ESTIVATION
Best Alternatives
| Word | Save | More Find | Usage | Type | ||
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| dormancy | nounn | |||||
noun • a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction • quiet and inactive restfulness | ||||||
| hibernation | nounn | |||||
noun • the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter • cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals • the act of retiring into inactivity | ||||||
| torpor | nounn | |||||
noun • a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility • inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy | ||||||
| aestivation | nounn | |||||
noun • (zoology) cessation or slowing of activity during the summer; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals during a hot or dry period • (botany) the arrangement of sepals and petals in a flower bud before it opens | ||||||
Best Hypernyms For ESTIVATION
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
estivation, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
arrangement
dormancy
quiescence
quiescency
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