ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Immovable

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪˈmuːvəb(ə)l/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Immovable is an adjective meaning incapable of being physically moved; fixed.

Meaning

incapable of being physically moved; fixed.

More Meanings

  1. steadfast in purpose or intention; unalterable, unyielding
  2. not capable of being affected or moved in feeling; impassive
  3. (law) not liable to be removed; permanent in place or tenure; fixed
  4. Something immovable.

Example Sentences

an immovable estate
I pleaded with him not to resign, but he was immovable.
How much happier is he […]who ent'ring on himself remains immovable, and smiles at the madness of the Dance

Word Forms

Synonyms for immovable

Depending on context, synonyms include static, unmovable, fixed, immobile, immotile, inanimate.

Antonyms for immovable

Common opposites include movable, ambulatory, kinetic, mobile, motile, motive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include unmovable, immoveable, immobile, stabile, irremovable, unshakable.

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