STATIC Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈsta-tik

Definition of static

as in motionless

fixed in a place or position the static installation of the statue in that niche means that no one will ever see its back, which is also of interest

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noun

as in squabble

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Recent Examples of static

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

Noun

The brief clip showed off a new cast of characters, beginning with fuzzy television static before exploding into a montage propelled by intense music and kinetic bursts of action, carrying on the spirit of the first season through energetic animation and heavily stylised art. — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 23 June 2026 Our top hair straighteners under $100 This $30 straightener heats up in 30 seconds flat and delivers a shiny, frizz-free finish that holds all day without creasing, flyaways, or static. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for static

Recent Examples of Synonyms for 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

Noun

Most coverage treated them as curiosities, a labor squabble in a faraway factory town, an authoritarian quirk about digital girlfriends.

— Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
They are hired hands and stewards of other people’s capital, with no desire to becoming embroiled in internecine squabbles between clashing advocates, parochial activists, and plain opportunists latching on to the moment.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 28 June 2026

Definition of squabble

Adjective

For our drone, the whole thing is rotating, so there are no stationary parts.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
Built for renewables Unlike conventional zinc batteries that rely on a stationary electrode, the slurry continuously circulates between a storage tank and the battery cell while zinc reversibly switches between its metallic and ionic forms.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026

Definition of stationary

Noun

The latest appearance will do little to quell criticism of Infantino, who is standing currently unopposed for re-election as FIFA president.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 July 2026
On top of that, Saka downplayed all the criticisms of Tuchel coming into Saturday’s match.

— Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Definition of criticism

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

Noun

Former Defense Secretary John Healey, who resigned last month over a military spending dispute, was appointed as the UK’s new finance minister, known as Chancellor of the Exchequer.

— Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Authorities had not said how many weapons were fired or publicly detailed what started the dispute.

— Eric Mack, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of dispute

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

Noun

Many experts acknowledge there are legitimate arguments for using cloning in conservation, and for gene selection in farming.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Final efforts to spare his life After Andres’ death verdict, several Death Row inmates sung Andres’ praises in his Spencer hearing, where his attorneys presented final arguments in the hopes of saving Andres from the death penalty.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

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