1. An economy characterized by minimal growth, little economic activity, and lack of progress in production, employment, or investment
The country's stagnant economy has led to rising unemployment and poverty.
A economia estagnada do país levou ao aumento do desemprego e da pobreza.
2. A state of economic development where GDP growth is near zero or negative for an extended period
The stagnant economy persisted throughout the decade despite government interventions.
A economia estagnada persistiu durante toda a década apesar das intervenções governamentais.