What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
moveless
Example
The moveless statue stood in the center of the room. [moveless: adjective]
Example
The project remained moveless due to lack of funding. [moveless: adjective]
motionless
Example
The cat lay motionless on the windowsill. [motionless: adjective]
Example
The lake was so still that it appeared motionless. [motionless: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Motionless is more commonly used than moveless in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between moveless and motionless?
Motionless is more formal than moveless, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
