stationary
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsteɪʃənɛri/
KK: /ˈsteɪʃəˌnɛri/
adjective
Definition
Not able to be moved; remaining in one place and not changing position.
Example
The car remained stationary while the traffic light was red.
Conversation
Have you noticed how the library is always so stationary?
Yeah, it's like a quiet oasis in the middle of the city.
I love that it stays stationary while everything else feels so chaotic.
Exactly! It's nice to have a place to relax and focus.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
immobile
fixed
static
Antonyms
mobile
moving
changeable
noun
Definition
A person or thing that is not moving or is fixed in place.
Example
The stationary bike in the gym is great for indoor cycling.
Conversation
Did you see that stationary bike in the gym yesterday?
Yeah, it's really nice! I might start using it more often.
I heard it's great for building stamina while staying stationary.
Root Explanation
Stationary → It is formed from "station" (from Latin "stare", meaning to stand) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). The word "stationary" means relating to a state of standing still or not moving.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'standing' ('stare') and 'relating to' ('-ary') a position of rest — that's why stationary means not moving.
Visually Confused Words
unstationary
nonstationary
sanctionary
putationary
actionary
traditionary
sensationary
tuitionary