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immobile

ih-MOH-byl

Immobile (adj) means not able to move or be moved. Example: “His injured leg left him immobile for weeks.”

adj
1
Not able to move or be moved.
"His injured leg left him immobile for weeks."
"The stalled truck sat immobile in the middle lane."

How to use immobile

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStuck in place — unable to move.

Common pairings
remain immobile left immobile immobile patient

Word forms

immobiles plural

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Etymology

From Old French immobile, from Latin immobilis, "not movable" (im- + mobile).

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “immobile” mean?

The word “immobile” means not able to move or be moved. In plain terms, stuck in place — unable to move.

How do you pronounce “immobile”?

“Immobile” is pronounced ih-MOH-byl (/ɪˈmoʊ.bəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “immobile” in a sentence?

Here is “immobile” used in a sentence: “His injured leg left him immobile for weeks.”

What is the opposite of “immobile”?

The opposite of “immobile” — its antonyms — is movable.

What part of speech is “immobile”?

“Immobile” is an adjective.

Where does the word “immobile” come from?

The word “immobile” comes from Latin. From Old French immobile, from Latin immobilis, "not movable" (im- + mobile).

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