Basic Details
Word: Stationary
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not moving; fixed in one place.
Synonyms: Immobile, motionless, still
Antonyms: Moving, active, mobile
Idioms and Phrases
- Stationary target: A goal or objective that is easy to achieve because it is not changing. Example: "The test questions were like stationary targets; once you studied them, they were easy to answer."
- Keep still as a statue: To remain completely motionless. Example: "The cat sat on the window sill, keeping still as a statue until it spotted a bird."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The car remained stationary at the red light while waiting for it to turn green.
Example 2: The book was placed on a stationary shelf, undisturbed by the bustling activity in the room.
Example 3: The athlete practised her jumps, ensuring that the landing pads were stationary and secure.
Fun Fact
The word "stationary" comes from the Latin word "stationarius," meaning "of a standing place." It has been used in English since the late 14th century to describe things that remain still.
Famous Quote
"The world is changing and we must change with it; remaining stationary is not an option." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "stationary" mean?
a) Moving around
b) Not moving
c) Flying high
d) Jumping quickly
Answer: b) Not moving
2. Which of these is a synonym of "stationary"?
a) Active
b) Mobile
c) Immobile
d) Changing
Answer: c) Immobile
3. Which word is the opposite of "stationary"?
a) Stationary
b) Motionless
c) Moving
d) Still
Answer: c) Moving
4. Which sentence uses "stationary" correctly?
a) The train moved so fast that it seemed stationary.
b) The stationary bike is used for fitness training while remaining still.
c) The dog quickly became stationary when the doorbell rang.
d) The river made the boats stationary.
Answer: b) The stationary bike is used for fitness training while remaining still.
5. Which idiom means the same as "stationary"?
a) Stationary target
b) Keep still as a statue
c) Change is constant
d) Running around in circles
Answer: b) Keep still as a statue
