liikuttumaton

Liikuttumaton is a Finnish adjective that translates to several related English terms, including motionless, still, unmoved, and impassive. It describes a state of being that lacks any physical movement or emotional response. In its most literal sense, liikuttumaton refers to something that is physically immobile, such as a statue or a person standing perfectly still. This can also extend to objects that are fixed in place and cannot be easily moved.

Beyond the physical, liikuttumaton also denotes an emotional state of being unperturbed or indifferent. Someone described as liikuttumaton in this context is not affected by external stimuli, whether it be news, a spectacle, or someone's pleas. They remain calm, stoic, or even apathetic, showing no outward signs of being touched or stirred. This can imply a strong sense of self-control or a lack of empathy, depending on the context.

The word can also be used to describe something that is deeply touching or moving in a way that renders one speechless or unable to react. In this sense, "liikuttumaton" can paradoxically describe being so profoundly affected that one is temporarily unable to move or express themselves. However, the more common usage leans towards the lack of movement or emotional response. The precise meaning is often clarified by the surrounding sentence and the situation being described.