stiller Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. adjective satellite not in physical motion
   still; inactive; static; motionless.
   
   • the inertia of an object at rest
2. adjective satellite marked by absence of sound
   still; silent; soundless.
   
   • a silent house
   • soundless footsteps on the grass
   • the night was still
3. adjective satellite (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
   smooth; quiet; unruffled; placid; tranquil; still.
   
   • a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay
   • the quiet waters of a lagoon
   • a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky
   • a smooth channel crossing
   • scarcely a ripple on the still water
   • unruffled water
4. adjective 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
   still.
   
   • a still photograph
   • Cezanne's still life of apples
5. adjective not sparkling
   still; noneffervescent.
   
   • a still wine
   • still mineral water
6. adjective satellite free from noticeable current
   still.
   
   • a still pond
   • still waters run deep

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