Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun hibernation

3 senses of hibernation

Sense 1
hibernation -- (the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter)
       => torpor, torpidity -- (a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility; "he fell into a deep torpor")

Sense 2
hibernation -- (cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals)
       => dormancy, quiescence, quiescency -- (a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction; "the volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy")

Sense 3
hibernation -- (the act of retiring into inactivity; "he emerged from his hibernation to make his first appearance in several years")
       => retirement -- (withdrawal from your position or occupation)