adj

immovable

ih-MOO-vuhbl

Immovable (adj) means not able to be physically moved; fixed in place. Example: “The old safe was bolted down and completely immovable.”

adj

Not able to be physically moved; fixed in place.

"The old safe was bolted down and completely immovable."

Unwilling to change one's mind or position; unyielding.

"She remained immovable on the price despite his pleading."

noun

Property that cannot be moved, such as land or buildings (usually plural).

"The estate's immovables were listed separately from its cash assets."

How to Use Immovable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFixed in place — either literally, or figuratively as in refusing to budge on an opinion.

Common pairings

immovable object immovable property stood immovable

Word Forms

more immovable comparative, immovables plural, most immovable superlative

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Etymology

From Middle English immevable, immoveable; im- + movable.

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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Rhymes for immovable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “immovable” mean?

The word “immovable” means not able to be physically moved; fixed in place. In plain terms, fixed in place — either literally, or figuratively as in refusing to budge on an opinion.

How do you pronounce “immovable”?

“Immovable” is pronounced ih-MOO-vuhbl (/ɪˈmuːvəb(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “immovable” in a sentence?

Here is “immovable” used in a sentence: “The old safe was bolted down and completely immovable.”

What part of speech is “immovable”?

Depending on how it is used, “immovable” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “immovable” come from?

The word “immovable” comes from Middle English. From Middle English immevable, immoveable; im- + movable.

How many meanings does “immovable” have?

“Immovable” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not able to be physically moved; fixed in place.

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