avviklende

Avviklende is a Norwegian word that functions as an adjective and a participle form derived from the verb avvikle. The primary sense is related to winding down, phasing out, or discontinuing something gradually. In this use, avviklende describes actions, plans, or measures that are in the process of being terminated or reduced over time.

In policy, administrative, and business language, avviklende is commonly used to characterize initiatives or programs that are being phased out. The related noun avvikling denotes the actual process of winding down or dissolution. Examples include avviklende tiltak (phasing-out measures), avviklende ordninger (arrangements being terminated), and avviklende program (program that is being phased out). The word emphasizes a controlled, gradual termination rather than an abrupt cessation.

A less common or often avoided sense is to interpret avviklende as describing behavior or phenomena that deviate from a norm, which is generally conveyed with avvikende rather than avviklende. When referring to deviation, Norwegian typically prefers avvikende atferd or avvikende resultater.

Etymologically, avviklende is formed from the verb avvikle with the present participle suffix -ende, indicating an ongoing or descriptive quality tied to the process of unwinding or phasing out. Related terms include avvikling (the process of wind-down) and utfasing (phasing out, often used in energy or policy contexts).