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 What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? — Doha Madani, NBC news, 1 July 2026 For the night, the singer leaned upon one of her favorite beauty signatures—an immovable red lip, hair up in a fishtail braid, tied up with a team-colors blue and orange ribbon. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 June 2026 The Judgment Day couldn’t get a one-up on Femi as JD McDonagh hit a chair shot but Femi was immovable. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026 Crash performance is improving because engineers can identify weak points and strengthen them well before a physical vehicle ever meets an immovable structure at 40 mph. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for immovable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for immovable

Adjective

From an anti-static option to Super-Grip slip-resistant soles, the style has been embraced by professionals across a variety of fields, including medical professionals and chefs.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
The company will support static-fire testing, hypersonic vehicles, kinetic effectors, energetics handling, and destructive testing.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026

Definition of static

Adjective

For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
The grower will plant again next season, because that is what Israelis do, and the hope in that is stubborn.

— Frayda Leibtag, Time, 13 July 2026

Definition of stubborn

Adjective

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
And while an old Interceptor would be a pretty dumb platform to build a track car with, Jensen’s new management is adamant that this is not the revival of the old Interceptor.

— Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 16 July 2026

Definition of adamant

Adjective

Oseman has returned to the world of Heartstopper in multiple formats and across them all, there remains the same steadfast ethos of love.

— Barry Levitt, Time, 17 July 2026
But so far, the Dumb Blonde podcaster has remained steadfast in her public comments.

— Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026

Definition of steadfast

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