static

stat•ic

[[t]ˈstæt ɪk[/t]] adj. Also, stat′i•cal.

1) phs of or pertaining to bodies or forces at rest or in equilibrium

2) pertaining to or characterized by a fixed or stationary condition

3) showing little or no change:

a static relationship[/ex]

4) lacking movement, development, or vitality:

a novel marred by static characterizations[/ex]

5) elm pertaining to or noting static electricity

6) elm

a) static or atmospheric electricity

b) elm rtv/tgp interference with radio broadcasts, telecommunications, etc., due to such electricity

7) inf resistance or hostility, as to one's actions or plans; opposition

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Etymology: 1560–70; < NL staticus < Gk statikós=sta- (s. of histánai to make stand) +-tikos -tic stat′i•cal•ly, adv.