static

/ˈstætɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of equilibrium or balance, especially in a physical system.

“The static balance of the bicycle allowed it to remain upright.”

2. adjective

not changing or in a state of inaction.

“The company’s static position in the market led to stagnation.”

3. adjective

producing a hissing or crackling noise, often due to interference or electrical discharges.

“The static on the radio made it difficult to listen to the broadcast.”

4. adverb

remaining in a fixed position or state, without movement or change.

“The pilot kept the plane in a static position during the emergency landing.”

5. verb

to cause something to become static or in a state of equilibrium.

“The engineer staticized the system to prevent oscillations.”

Synonyms

  • balanced
  • stable

Antonyms

  • changing
  • dynamic