static

adjective

1. not in physical motion

Similar word(s): nonmoving, unmoving, inactive, motionless, still

2. concerned with or producing or caused by static electricity

- an electrostatic generator produces high-voltage static electricity

Similar word(s): electrostatic

3. showing little if any change

- a static population

Similar word(s): unchangeable, stable, unchanging

noun

1. a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference

Similar word(s): atmospherics

Definition categories: event, disturbance, interference, noise

2. angry criticism

- they will probably give you a lot of static about your editorial

Definition categories: communication, criticism