immote

/ɪˈmoʊt/

Definitions

1. verb

to deprive of motion or activity

“The disease caused her muscles to immote and weaken.”

2. verb

to make (something) immobile or inactive

“The strong current immoted the boat, leaving it stuck in the shallow water.”

3. noun

a state of being immobile or inactive

“The immote of the ship was caused by the engine failure.”

Synonyms

  • immobilize
  • inhibit

Antonyms

  • activate
  • animate