still

Definition

• n. a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
• n. 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
• v. lessen the intensity of or calm
• v. make motionless

Word forms

Present participle

stilling

Past tense

stilled

Third person singular

stills

Past participle

stilled

Example sentences

1. n.

   The photographer captured a stunning still of the sunset over the mountains.

2. v.

   The chef will still the mixture before adding the spices.

3. a.

   The still water in the lake reflected the trees perfectly.

4. adv.

   She still enjoys reading books even though she is busy.

5. conj.

   It was raining; still, they decided to go for a hike.