NONMOTILE Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

nonmotile

adjective

ˌnän-ˈmō-tᵊl

Definition of nonmotile

as in static

incapable of moving or being moved an examination of the slides of nonmotile cells

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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

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

Definition of immobile

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nonmotile

nonmoving

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