Meaning & use

unmovable

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Unable to be moved or shifted; also, firm and unyielding in opinion or purpose.

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The boulder was so massive it proved unmovable even with heavy machinery.

He remained unmovable in his decision despite the committee's objections.

A note on using this word

"Unmovable" is a recognized variant spelling of "immovable," used interchangeably in both literal and figurative senses.

Words with a similar meaning

immovablefixedunyielding

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