immotile

adjective

(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmō-tᵊl How to pronounce immotile (audio)
Definition of immotilenext
as in static
incapable of moving or being moved a free-form sculpture that manages to suggest movement while remaining an immotile object

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immotile
  1. static
  2. still
  3. immobile
Adjective
  • Fraud tactics evolve rapidly, often outpacing static defenses.
    Tamas Kadar, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Verna watched the static turn to a clear picture on his monitor and give two clean beeps.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of static
Adjective
  • Previously, wild rice was most commonly found in the still, shallow backwater areas of the river.
    Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
  • While sparkling wine production in Marlborough is relatively small compared to its still wine output, the focus on the traditional method has resulted in wines that are gaining international recognition.
    Lela London, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of still
Adjective
  • Just reading about being upside down and immobile in the rock crevice makes my heart-rate skyrocket.
    Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 26 Oct. 2024
  • However, being immobile couldn’t hold her back from stealing every scene.
    Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of immobile
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