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immovably

[ ɪˈmuːvəbli ]

Adverb

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

inflexible

In a way that cannot be moved or changed.

Synonyms

steadfastly, unmovably.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
immovably	Used when describing something or someone that is physically unable to move or is fixed in place. The statue stood immovably on its pedestal. The boulder remained immovably wedged between the two cliffs.
unmovably	Most appropriate when referring to an object or position that is not changing or being displaced, similar to 'immovably'. The ancient tree roots were unmovably entrenched in the ground. The opinion of the council remained unmovably against the proposal.
steadfastly	Best used to describe a person's firm and unwavering attitude or stance, often associated with determination or loyalty. She steadfastly refused to abandon her principles. He stood steadfastly by his friend during the crisis.

Word

Description / Examples

immovably

Used when describing something or someone that is physically unable to move or is fixed in place.

The statue stood immovably on its pedestal.
The boulder remained immovably wedged between the two cliffs.

unmovably

Most appropriate when referring to an object or position that is not changing or being displaced, similar to 'immovably'.

The ancient tree roots were unmovably entrenched in the ground.
The opinion of the council remained unmovably against the proposal.

steadfastly

Best used to describe a person's firm and unwavering attitude or stance, often associated with determination or loyalty.

She steadfastly refused to abandon her principles.
He stood steadfastly by his friend during the crisis.

Examples of usage

She stood immovably in front of the door, blocking anyone from entering.
The old tree was rooted immovably in the ground, resisting any attempts to uproot it.

Translations

Translations of the word "immovably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inabalavelmente

🇮🇳 अचलता से

🇩🇪 unbeweglich

🇮🇩 tak bergerak

🇺🇦 незворушно

🇵🇱 niewzruszenie

🇯🇵 動かずに (ugokazu ni)

🇫🇷 immuablement

🇪🇸 inmóvilmente

🇹🇷 hareketsizce

🇰🇷 움직이지 않고 (umjigiji anko)

🇸🇦 بثبات (bithabat)

🇨🇿 nepohnutelně

🇸🇰 nepohnuteľne

🇨🇳 不动地 (bù dòng de)

🇸🇮 nepremično

🇮🇸 óhreyfandi

🇰🇿 қозғалмай

🇬🇪 უძრავად (udzravad)

🇦🇿 təkidli olaraq

🇲🇽 inmóvilmente

Etymology

The adverb 'immovably' is derived from the adjective 'immovable', which has been in use since the 15th century. The word 'immovable' is formed by adding the prefix 'im-' (meaning 'not') to the word 'movable'. The concept of something being immovable has been a common theme in various cultures and philosophies, symbolizing strength, stability, and permanence.