The Opposite(Antonym) of “moveable”
The antonyms of moveable are immovable, fixed, and stationary. These words describe objects or things that cannot be moved or are not designed to be moved.
Explore all Antonyms of “moveable”
Definitions and Examples of immovable, fixed, stationary
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Unable to be moved; firmly fixed in place.
Example
The boulder was so heavy and immovable that they had to go around it.
Securely placed or fastened in position; not subject to change.
Example
The picture frame was fixed to the wall with screws so that it wouldn't fall.
Not moving or not intended to be moved.
Example
The car was stationary at the traffic light, waiting for the green signal.
Key Differences: immovable vs fixed vs stationary
- 1Immovable describes something that cannot be moved at all, while fixed can be moved but is securely placed or fastened in position.
- 2Stationary refers to something that is not moving at the moment, while moveable implies that something can be moved.
Effective Usage of immovable, fixed, stationary
- 1Real Estate: Use immovable and fixed to describe properties that cannot be moved, such as land or buildings.
- 2Transportation: Use moveable to describe vehicles or objects that can be moved from one place to another.
- 3Engineering: Use stationary to describe machines or equipment that are not designed to move during operation.
Remember this!
The antonyms of moveable have different meanings. Immovable means something cannot be moved, fixed means something is securely placed or fastened in position, and stationary means something is not moving. Use these words in different contexts such as real estate, transportation, and engineering to describe properties, vehicles, and machines.
