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Adjectives of Attributes of Things - Adjectives of Motion

These adjectives enable us to express the presence or absence of movement in a particular object, organism, or environment.

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Categorized English Adjectives Describing Attributes of Things
mobile
[Adjective]

not fixed and able to move or be moved easily or quickly

Ex: mobile crane was used to lift heavy objects and transport them across the construction site .
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rotational
[Adjective]

involving or relating to the action of turning around a central point

Ex: rotational inertia of the wheel helped stabilize the bicycle as it rolled over uneven terrain .
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wobbly
[Adjective]

unstable and likely to shake or rock from side to side

Ex: The toddler took wobbly steps as she learned to walk , her balance still developing .
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stagnant
[Adjective]

lacking movement or circulation

Ex: They drained stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding .
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centrifugal
[Adjective]

tending to move outward from a central point

Ex: The washing machinecentrifugal spin cycle removes excess water from the clothes by pushing it outward .
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moving
[Adjective]

involving motion or movement

Ex: The moving conveyor belt carried packages from one end of the warehouse to the other.
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rotary
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referring to something that revolves around an axis or a central point, such as a wheel

Ex: rotary knob on the stereo controls the volume of the music .
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shaky
[Adjective]

stumbling and not steady in movement

Ex: The foundation of the old house shaky, causing concern about its structural integrity .
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turbulent
[Adjective]

having a chaotic or unstable quality, often marked by disorder or conflict

Ex: turbulent relationship with her parents affected her self-esteem and choices in life .
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portable
[Adjective]

easily carried or moved from one place to another

Ex: portable crib was convenient for traveling with the baby .
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stationary
[Adjective]

not moving or changing position

Ex: stationary car blocked the entrance to the parking lot .
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static
[Adjective]

remaining still, with no change in position

Ex: static display at the museum showcased artifacts from ancient civilizations .
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inert
[Adjective]

not moving or active

Ex: inert body of the bear lay motionless in its den during hibernation .
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running
[Adjective]

(of liquids) moving in a continuous stream or current

Ex: The running river carved its way through the landscape over centuries.
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flying
[Adjective]

moving rapidly or swiftly through the air

Ex: The flying debris from the explosion scattered in all directions.
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movable
[Adjective]

having the ability to be easily moved or shifted from one place to another

Ex: movable wall panels in the conference room allowed for privacy or open collaboration as needed .
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transportable
[Adjective]

having the ability to be moved from one place to another

Ex: transportable wheelchair ramp made it easier for people with disabilities to access buildings .
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bouncy
[Adjective]

having the ability to quickly spring back or rebound when pressed down or impacted

Ex: Her curly hair had a bouncy texture, springing back into shape after being tousled.
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motionless
[Adjective]

not having any movement

Ex: The artist captured the motionless figure of a fisherman gazing at the horizon.
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still
[Adjective]

lacking motion

Ex: The forest was unusually still, with no rustling leaves or chirping birds.
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immobile
[Adjective]

unable to be moved

Ex: The statue immobile in the town square , a symbol of permanence .
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rolling
[Adjective]

moving smoothly or continuously along a surface, often in a circular motion

Ex: rolling motion of the train lulled the passengers to sleep .
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