still vs motionless

motionless vs still

still is a noun but motionless is not a noun.

still and motionless both are adjectives.

still is a verb but motionless is not a verb.

still is an adverb but motionless is not an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
still	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
motionless	No	Yes	No	No

As adjectives, still and motionless are synonyms defined as:

still and motionless: not in physical motion

Other synonyms of still include inactive, static.

still (noun)	motionless (noun)
an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation
(poetic) tranquil silence

still (adjective)	motionless (adjective)
not sparkling	not in physical motion
used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
marked by absence of sound
not in physical motion
free from noticeable current

still (verb)	motionless (verb)
cause to be quiet or not talk
make motionless
make calm or still
lessen the intensity of or calm

still (adverb)	motionless (adverb)
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation
without moving or making a sound
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

Difference between still and motionless

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