Synonyms for

Stationary

Verb / ˈsteɪʃʌˌneri: / Another word for stationary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not moving or not intended to be moved

Synonyms & similar words

immobile motionless still fixed static unmoving unmoving stable firm unwavering unvarying unchanging perpetual constant unchangeable invariable consistent uniform regular steady

Synonyms by register

Formal

immobile fixed unmoving static

Informal

still not moving parked

Literary

steadfast unwavering rooted

Antonyms

moving mobile active dynamic changing in motion progressing

Common collocations

  • stationary object
  • stationary phase
  • stationary bike
  • stationary position
  • stationary target
  • stationary energy
  • stationary wave

Word family

noun stationery
adjective stationary

Usage note

Note that 'stationary' (with an 'a') means not moving, while 'stationery' (with an 'e') refers to writing materials like paper and envelopes.

Example sentences

  1. The car was stationary at the red light.
  2. The pencil on the desk was stationary.
  3. The statue in the park was stationary for years.
  4. The sun appears to be stationary, but it's actually moving through space.
  5. The earth is not stationary, it rotates around the sun.

Quotes

  • I'm like a ship with a rudder, but no sail, floating on a calm sea. I can steer myself, but I'm not going anywhere. - Haruki Murakami
  • I am not a speed reader. I am a speed understander. - Isaac Asimov
  • By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. - Benjamin Franklin

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