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Motionlessly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Motionlessly means without moving or being completely still. It describes someone or something that remains in one position with no movement, often used to emphasize stillness or calmness.

motionlessly

/ˈmoʊʃənləsli/ /ˈməʊʃənləsli/

Definition:

Without moving; remaining completely still.

Synonyms:

still, immobile, stationary, fixed

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

movingly, actively, dynamically

Common Collocations:

stand motionlessly, sit motionlessly, lie motionlessly, stare motionlessly

Derivatives:

motionless, motionlessness

Usage Tips:

Use "motionlessly" to describe someone or something completely still, often in a tense or focused state.

Common Phrases:

frozen in place, rooted to the spot, like a statue

Etymology:

Derived from "motionless," combining "motion" (from Latin *motio*) and the suffix "-ly" for adverbial form.

Examples:

  • 1. The cat sat motionlessly by the window, watching birds outside.
  • 2. She stood motionlessly in the dark hallway, listening for any sound.
  • 3. The deer froze motionlessly as the hunter approached.
  • 4. He lay motionlessly on the couch after a long day at work.

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