What is another word for economic stagnation?
Pronunciation: [ˌiːkənˈɒmɪk staɡnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Economic stagnation refers to a situation where an economy is experiencing little or no growth over a prolonged period. Synonyms for economic stagnation include economic inactivity, economic decline, economic slowdown, economic recession, economic standstill, and economic slump. Other related words include economic depression, economic downturn, economic crisis, and economic hardship. These words have been used to describe situations where an economy is performing poorly, with low levels of investment, declining productivity, and high levels of unemployment. The causes of economic stagnation can vary from country to country, but they are often attributed to inadequate government policies, inefficient markets, and poor management.
