The Opposite(Antonym) of “motional”
The antonyms of motional are immobile and stationary. The antonyms immobile and stationary describe a lack of movement or motion.
Explore all Antonyms of “motional”
Definitions and Examples of immobile, stationary
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not capable of moving or being moved; motionless.
Example
The statue was so heavy that it remained immobile for centuries.
Not moving or capable of being moved; fixed in place.
Example
The car was parked in a stationary position for hours.
Key Differences: immobile vs stationary
- 1Immobile describes something that cannot move at all, while stationary describes something that is not currently moving but has the potential to move.
- 2Immobile is often used to describe living things, while stationary is more commonly used to describe objects.
- 3Immobile implies a complete lack of motion, while stationary implies a temporary lack of motion.
Effective Usage of immobile, stationary
- 1Describing Objects: Use immobile or stationary to describe objects that are not moving.
- 2Describing People or Animals: Use immobile to describe people or animals that are completely still.
- 3Science and Technology: Use these antonyms when discussing scientific or technological concepts related to motion.
Remember this!
The antonyms immobile and stationary both describe a lack of motion, but immobile implies a complete lack of motion, while stationary implies a temporary lack of motion. Use these words to describe objects, people, or animals that are not moving, or when discussing scientific or technological concepts related to motion.
