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motionless
[/ˈmoʊ.ʃən.ləs/]
adjective
imóvel
1.
not moving or not capable of moving
The statue stood motionless in the square.
A estátua estava imóvel na praça.
2.
completely still; without any movement
She remained motionless during the entire ceremony.
Ela permaneceu imóvel durante toda a cerimônia.
Synonyms
still
stationary
immobile
fixed
static
inactive
Antonyms
moving
mobile
active
dynamic
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
imóvel
most common usage
General Brazilian
parado
alternative, more colloquial
Portugal
imóvel
formal and standard
Portugal
estático
more technical or formal context
Related Idioms & Phrases
stand motionless
remain motionless
frozen in place
like a statue
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