IMMOBILE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

immobile

adjective

(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmō-bəl

Definition of immobile

as in motionless

fixed in a place or position the patient must remain immobile while he is in the MRI unit

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as in static

incapable of moving or being moved a huge, immobile tree of an endangered species that the creators of the theme park decided to make part of the design

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Recent Examples of immobile Scales are immobile for much of their life, appearing as small tan to gray bumps. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 June 2026 Soon, the cold water and the beach itself fill with people, everyone immobile and sore but deeply satisfied. — E.r. Pulgar, SPIN, 10 June 2026 More often than not, a towel was used to cover his immobile hand. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 June 2026 The Rams’ celebrated young defense needed only to smother immobile Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold deep in his territory in the final five minutes to regain possession and have a real shot at winning last season’s NFC championship. — Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for immobile

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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

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

This is because prolonged stationary periods can lead to substantial biofouling on ships, according to the paper.

— Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 25 July 2026
The second-year outside linebacker suffered a right knee injury during a team drill and remained stationary on the field for several minutes as his right leg was examined by trainers.

— Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Definition of stationary

Adjective

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

Definition of immovable

Adjective

After that, Ginn was pulled by manager Mark Kotsay and received a standing ovation.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 July 2026
Subsequent after-show additions to her Instagram Story included re-posts of audience member IGs with photos and brief video clips of the Hacks actor taking her bows at curtain to a standing ovation.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026

Definition of standing

Adjective

The gap between founders who build steadily and those who stay stuck in reactive mode year after year almost never comes down to capability.

— Skye Blanks, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
One live roach on a warewash area cutting board, possibly the same one with five dead roaches stuck to it.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

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