quiescency

Synonyms:

dormancy, quiescence

Types:

hibernation

cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals

aestivation, estivation

(zoology) cessation or slowing of activity during the summer; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals during a hot or dry period

slumber

a dormant or quiescent state

Type of:

inaction, inactiveness, inactivity

the state of being inactive

Synonyms:

dormancy, quiescence, sleeping

Types:

vegetation

inactivity that is passive and monotonous, comparable to the inactivity of plant life

Type of:

ease, relaxation, repose, rest

freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)