stationary
/ˈsteɪʃ(ə)n(ə)ɹi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Not moving.
Adjective
Examples
The train remained stationary for a few moments, before lurching forward along the track.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Incapable of being moved.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “stationary” mean?
Not moving.
Is “stationary” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.