Immobile — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmō-bəl/ im·mo·bile

Meaning & Definition of Immobile

Immobile (adjective)

  1. not moving, motionless
  2. incapable of moving or being moved

Immobile (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. fixed in a place or position

    "the patient must remain immobile while he is in the MRI unit"

    similar: nonmoving, standing, static, stationary, in place
    related: immotile, immovable, irremovable, nonmotile, unmovable, frozen, motionless, moveless, stagnant, still, stuck, unbudging, wedged, fast, rooted, steadfast
    opposite: mobile, movable, moving, nonstationary
    near: motile, adjustable, flexible, modular, displaceable, portable, removable, transferable, transportable, unbalanced, unstable, unsteady

  2. incapable of moving or being moved

    "a huge, immobile tree of an endangered species that the creators of the theme park decided to make part of the design"

    similar: immotile, immovable, irremovable, nonmotile, nonmoving, unbudging, unmovable
    related: motionless, moveless, static, stationary, still, fast, fixed, rooted, steadfast, stuck, wedged
    opposite: mobile, motile, movable, moving
    near: portable, removable, transferable, transportable

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Immobile

The most common words with a similar meaning to Immobile:

nonmoving, standing, static, stationary, immotile, immovable, irremovable, nonmotile, unbudging, unmovable, in place

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Immobile

Words with the opposite meaning of Immobile:

mobile, movable, moving, nonstationary, motile

Related Words for Immobile

frozen, motionless, moveless, stagnant, still, stuck, wedged, fast, rooted, steadfast, fixed

Near Antonyms of Immobile

adjustable, flexible, modular, displaceable, portable, removable, transferable, transportable, unbalanced, unstable, unsteady

Word Forms of Immobile

Derived words: immobility (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Immobile

Middle English in-mobill, from Latin immobilis, from in- + mobilis mobile

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Immobile

What does "Immobile" mean?

"Immobile" means not moving, motionless. As an adjective, it is defined as: not moving, motionless. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Immobile"?

Other words for "Immobile" include nonmoving, standing, static, stationary, immotile, immovable, irremovable and nonmotile. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Immobile" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Immobile"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Immobile". Common alternatives include nonmoving, standing, static, stationary, immotile, immovable, irremovable, nonmotile, unbudging and unmovable.

What is the opposite of "Immobile"?

Antonyms of "Immobile" include mobile, movable, moving, nonstationary and motile. Near antonyms include adjustable, flexible, modular and displaceable.

How do you use "Immobile" in a sentence?

Examples of "Immobile" in a sentence: "the patient must remain immobile while he is in the MRI unit"; "a huge, immobile tree of an endangered species that the creators of the theme park decided to make part of the design".

Is "Immobile" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Immobile" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Immobile"?

"Immobile" is pronounced /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmō-bəl/ and divided into syllables as im·mo·bile.

What is the origin of the word "Immobile"?

"Immobile" comes from Middle English in-mobill, from Latin immobilis, from in- + mobilis mobile. First known use: 14th century.