IMMOBILE

fast, firm, immobile

(adjective) securely fixed in place; “the post was still firm after being hit by the car”

immobile

(adjective) not capable of movement or of being moved

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

immobile (not comparable)

not mobile, not movable

fixed, unable to be moved

Synonyms

• fixed

• sessile (botany)

• unmovable

Antonyms

• mobile

Source: Wiktionary


Im*mo"bile, a. Etym: [L. immobilis: cf. F. immobile. See Immobility.]

Definition: Incapable of being moved; immovable; fixed; stable. Prof. Shedd.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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