motionless

adjective

Definition of motionlessnext
as in static
not moving The deer stood there absolutely motionless, listening attentively.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motionless
  1. static
  2. frozen
  3. still
  4. wooden
  5. blank
Adjective
  • Fraud tactics evolve rapidly, often outpacing static defenses.
    Tamas Kadar, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Verna watched the static turn to a clear picture on his monitor and give two clean beeps.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of static
Adjective
  • Clear the glass and wipers: In harsh climates, take care that the wiper blades are not frozen or adhere to the windshield.
    Mark Maynard, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Emergency services in Dublin City, New Hampshire, have issued a warning to dog owners after one pet was rescued after falling through the thin ice on a frozen pond.
    Alice Gibbs, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of frozen
Adjective
  • Previously, wild rice was most commonly found in the still, shallow backwater areas of the river.
    Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
  • While sparkling wine production in Marlborough is relatively small compared to its still wine output, the focus on the traditional method has resulted in wines that are gaining international recognition.
    Lela London, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of still
Adjective
  • The centerpiece is a floor-to-ceiling bluestone fireplace that’s surrounded by huge windows, skylights, and wooden beams.
    Clio Chang, Curbed, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The wooden beams and exposed stone apertures in the walls remind you of the heritage that lies in the bones of the house.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of wooden
Adjective
  • The chicken is tender and juicy, a blank canvas for a few meals..
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 12 Dec. 2024
  • In the video, Isabel stares into the camera with wide eyes and a blank expression, clearly astonished.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of blank
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Thesaurus Entries Near motionless

motioning

motionless

motionlessly

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