C1
static vs stationary vs stationery
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| staticadjective/ˈstæt.ɪk/ | Meaning not moving, changing or developing | Goes with static electricity | Example House prices have remained static for the past two years. |
| stationaryadjective/ˈsteɪ.ʃə.ner.i/ | Meaning Not moving; staying in one place. | Goes with — | Example The car was stationary at the red light when the truck hit it. |
| stationerynoun/ˈsteɪ.ʃən.er.i/ | Meaning paper, envelopes, pens and other small items used for writing in an office | Goes with office stationery | Example We need to order more stationery before the new employees arrive. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Sales have been largely this year.