Definition

In a way that does not change or move; remaining fixed or stable.

Example

The object remained statically balanced on the edge of the table.

Conversation

Have you noticed how that old car is parked statically in front of the house?

Yeah, it seems like it's been there forever!

I wonder if it belongs to someone or just got abandoned.

Probably abandoned — it doesn't look like it moves at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Statically → It is formed from "static" (from Greek "statikos", meaning causing to stand or stationary) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "statically" refers to something done in a stationary or unchanging manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'stationary' ('static') and done 'in a manner' ('-ally') — that's why statically means in a stationary way.

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