stillness vs still

still vs stillness

stillness and still both are nouns.

stillness is not an adjective while still is an adjective.

stillness is not a verb while still is a verb.

stillness is not an adverb while still is an adverb.

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

As nouns, stillness and still are synonyms defined as:

stillness and still: (poetic) tranquil silence

Other synonyms of stillness include hush.

stillness (noun)	still (noun)
(poetic) tranquil silence	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
calmness without winds	a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
a state of no motion or movement	a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation
	(poetic) tranquil silence

stillness (adjective)	still (adjective)
	not sparkling
	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

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

stillness (adverb)	still (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)

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