Inactivity, quietness. In cells, quiescence is the state of not dividing. In neurons (nerve cells), quiescence is the state of not firing. The word comes from the Latin "quiescere", to become quiet. Quiescence suggests a temporary cessation of activity.

1630s, from Latin quiescentia, from quiescere (see quiescent).

n. Quiet.

periods of inactivity between volcanic eruptions, seismicity, or tectonic activity

Inactivity, repose, tranquility.

(n) a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction(n) quiet and inactive restfulness

slowing down of activity in cold weather

A state of slowing all activity in cold weather. A state most of our native Butterflies use during the winter months, hence the occasional activity and sightings on a warm winter's day. Gener [..]

The state of being quiet or at rest (being still). Static.

The state of an amplifier with no signal applied. The operating conditions that exist in a circuit when no input signal is applied to the circuit.

The state of being quiescent; dormancy. Being at rest, quiet, still, inactive or motionless. The action of bringing something to rest or making it quiescent; the action of coming to rest or to a [..]