Pronunciations (2)
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/ɪˈmuːvəb(ə)l/
Pronunciation notes
- UK
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ɪˈmuːvəb(ə)l
Pronunciation notes
- GB
Adjective
Incapable of being physically moved: fixed.
- Antonyms
Steadfast in purpose or intention: unalterable, unyielding.
- Examples
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I pleaded with him not to resign, but he was immovable.
Not capable of being affected or moved in feeling: impassive.
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- Examples
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How much happier is he […]who ent'ring on himself remains immovable, and smiles at the madness of the Dance
Not liable to be removed: permanent in place or tenure, fixed.
- Examples
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an immovable estate
Noun
Something immovable.
Something immovable. Immovable objects or property, as land, buildings, etc.
Usage- in-plural
Adjective
not able or intended to be moved
- Synonyms
- Examples
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the immovable hills
Noun
property consisting of houses and land
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