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Still /stɪl/

The meaning and definition of Still, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. A period of calm or silence.
    “the still of the night”
  2. A photograph, as opposed to movie footage.
adjective
  1. Not moving; calm.
    “Still waters run deep.”
  2. Not effervescing; not sparkling.
    “still water; still wines”
adverb
  1. Without motion.
    “They stood still until the guard was out of sight.”
  2. (aspect) Up to a time, as in the preceding time.
    “Is it still raining?   It was still raining five minutes ago.”
Synonyms lull quiet respite rest tranquility Benny

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