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Meaning of the word still in English

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still

US /stɪl/
UK /stɪl/
"still" picture

Adverb

1.

continuing to happen or exist; continuing to be done or used

Example:
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It's still raining outside.
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Are you still working on that project?
Synonym:
yeteven nowup to nowuntil nowas yet
2.

despite that; nevertheless

Example:
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He was tired, but he still kept working.
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It was a difficult task, but she still managed to finish it.
Synonym:
neverthelessnonethelesseven sohoweverbutyet

Adjective

1.

not moving or making a sound

Example:
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Stand still while I tie your shoelaces.
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The lake was perfectly still, reflecting the sky.
Synonym:
motionlessimmobilestationaryunmovingcalm

Noun

1.

a still photograph, as opposed to a movie or video

Example:
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The director showed us a still from the upcoming film.
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She prefers to work with stills rather than video.
Synonym:
photographpictureshotframe

Verb

1.

to make or become still; quiet or calm

Example:
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The mother tried to still her crying baby.
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The wind stilled as evening approached.
Synonym:
calmquiethushpacifysubdue
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Related Word:
still lifethe jury is still out