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Unmovable Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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unmovable

[ˌʌnˈmuːvəbl ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

inflexible attitude

Not able to be moved or changed, especially in one's beliefs or opinions.

Synonyms

immovable, rigid, unyielding.

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Word Description / Examples
unmovable

Used when describing something that physically cannot be moved or is very difficult to move.

  • The boulder was unmovable, no matter how many people tried to push it
immovable

Typically used to describe objects or obstacles that are fixed and cannot be moved. Can also imply a person's firm stance or decision.

  • The ancient statue was immovable due to its enormous weight
  • His opinion on the matter was absolutely immovable
unyielding

Often used to describe someone or something that does not give in to pressure or change. Can have a strong, determined connotation.

  • The soldier's unyielding courage inspired everyone
  • The metal bar remained unyielding even under intense heat
rigid

Best used when referring to something that is stiff and cannot bend, or metaphorically, to describe people or systems that are inflexible.

  • The plastic sheet was rigid and didn't bend easily
  • His rigid adherence to the rules made him unpopular

Examples of usage

  • His unmovable stance on the issue made it difficult to reach a compromise.
  • She was unmovable in her decision to quit her job and pursue her passion.
Context #2 | Adjective

physical objects

Unable to be moved or changed in position.

Synonyms

fixed, immovable, stationary.

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Word Description / Examples
unmovable

Use when describing something that cannot be moved, often due to being very heavy or firmly attached.

  • The rock was unmovable despite our best efforts.
  • The furniture seemed unmovable without professional help.
immovable

Used similarly to 'unmovable', but often implies something so solid or fixed that it cannot be changed or altered in any way.

  • The immovable pillar supported the entire structure.
  • Her stance on the issue was immovable.
fixed

Applicable to something that is firmly in place and not likely to change location or position. It can also refer to something that is decided and not subject to change.

  • The schedule is fixed and cannot be altered.
  • The telescope is fixed on the tripod.
stationary

Best used when describing something that is not moving but could potentially move if needed.

  • The bicycle remained stationary despite the strong wind.
  • The car was stationary at the red light.

Examples of usage

  • The boulder was unmovable and blocked the path.
  • The heavy statue was unmovable without the help of a crane.

Translations

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Origin of 'unmovable'

The word 'unmovable' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'movable' meaning 'able to be moved'. It has been used in the English language to describe things that cannot be easily shifted or changed in position, both physically and metaphorically.

See also: immovability, immovable, movability, movable, move, moved, movement, mover, moves, movie, moving, movingly, remove, unmovably, unmoved.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,822, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.