IMMOVABLE Synonyms: 140 Similar and Opposite Words

immovable

adjective

(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmü-və-bəl

Definition of immovable

as in static

incapable of moving or being moved that boulder is immovable, even with a bulldozer

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as in stubborn

sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion despite tears and pleading, the police officer was immovable on the matter of a hefty fine for speeding

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Recent Examples of immovable But if Argentina is the unstoppable force, Spain is the immovable object. — Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2026 Their semi-final against France is an utterly tantalising prospect; a classic clash of an unstoppable force meeting an immovable object. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 12 July 2026 Like most fashion editors, Bobbi was sophisticated and discerning and — like most fashion editors — often intractable with immovable points of view. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? — Doha Madani, NBC news, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for immovable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for immovable

Adjective

Proponents emphasize that successful implementation requires a user-centric, evolving system, not a static, top-down repository, to truly normalize digital trust and reshape how a generation navigates their careers.

— Raj Ananthanpillai, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
During those hours, stores lower lights where possible, turn off the radio and display static images on television walls to create a less stimulating environment.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

Definition of static

Adjective

The idea that no one’s a star on set is one that Stewart was adamant about, with the attitude continuing since his time on the show.

— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
This summer has been challenging, yet Newcastle are adamant that their 85 per cent majority owner, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), is determined to spend up to the maximum within the rules moving forward.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of adamant

Adjective

Nearly 27 years ago, Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin laid motionless on the concrete jungle surface of Veterans Stadium for the last time.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026
On a recent afternoon outside the temple in central Kerala, Raman stood motionless as two children played, giggling and hugging its trunk.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of motionless

Adjective

Sure, Lucky’s escape is nearly foiled by the fleet-of-foot federal agent, but the same could be said for dozens of similar encounters throughout the premiere, at more perilous junctures than a brief jog between immobile trailers.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 July 2026
Prosecutors allege prolonged neglect According to charging documents cited by WNEM-TV5, prosecutors allege Casper was immobile, was not provided proper medical care or adequate nutrition, and was forced to live in unsafe conditions before his death.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 27 June 2026