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Definition of unmoving

unmoving

/ʌnˈmuːvɪŋ/
un · mov · ing
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• adjective

1

Remaining completely still; not changing physical position or in motion.

Example

"The heron stood unmoving in the shallow water, waiting patiently for a fish to swim by."

2

Failing to evoke sympathy, passion, or a strong emotional response.

Example

"Despite the dramatic plot, the actor's wooden delivery made the final monologue utterly unmoving."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Unmoving' typically refers to physical stillness or a speech or work of art that fails to stir emotion, whereas 'unmoved' usually describes a person who feels no emotional sympathy or refuses to change their mind.

• Rhymes for unmoving

• Nearby Words

unmovable
unmovably
unmoved
unmoving
unmown
unmuffled
unmusical

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unmoving. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unmoving
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