adverb

still

Translation

still, yet, motionless, calm

Examples

Are you still here?

Please stand still for the photo.

The night was calm and still.

It's cold, but still I'm going out.

Grammar Patterns

[adverb] continuing up to this time Are you still here?

[adjective] not moving Please stand still for the photo.

[conjunction] nevertheless It's cold, but still I'm going out.

Similar Words

Synonyms: (adverb) yet, nevertheless; (adjective) motionless, calm; Antonyms: (adverb) no longer; (adjective) moving

Etymology

From Old English 'stille' meaning 'quietly, without moving'. This root sense of 'remaining in place' connects to both meanings: 'continuing' (adverb) and 'motionless' (adjective).

Memory Tips

Picture a 'still' lake (adjective: calm, motionless). The water is *still* there (adverb: continuing to be).