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 adamant

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 As Hollywood continues to soften its stance on artificial intelligence, Guillermo del Toro remains immovable in his opposition to AI in cinema. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026 Don’t make changes, and you’re accused of being a dusty, immovable relic that fights to maintain relevancy. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 23 July 2026 This is what happens when an immovable object (CTU) meets an unstoppable force (CPS’ financial crisis). — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026 In the end, Spain’s immovable object thwarted Messi’s unstoppable force. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for immovable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for immovable

Adjective

With the completion of Ship 41's first static fires, SpaceX could be on track to launch Flight 14 sometime in early to mid-September.

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Both sides have stepped up their air campaigns as the front lines remain largely static, locked in a slow-moving, deadly stalemate.

— Kosta Gak, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of static

Adjective

Coach Ryan Day has been adamant most of his career that Ohio State will remain Ohio State no matter who is calling plays.

— Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Vendors say business will continue after Parlor The food tenants who have spoken out about the sudden closure have all been adamant that this isn’t where their businesses end.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of adamant

Adjective

In a scary scene at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja’Quinden Jackson lay motionless on the field following the opening kickoff against the New England Patriots.

— Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
On the flight after the impromptu stop, Yeltsin sat motionless with his head in his hands, considering the bare shelves of Soviet food markets.

— Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of motionless

Adjective

Gripping your abs at maximum effort regardless of the task can make your torso feel like an immobile block.

— Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
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