The adjective stationary means "remaining in one place." The noun stationery means "writing materials." Tip: Associate the er in stationery with the er in letter and paper.
Examples:
- "The law is stationary. The law is fixed. The law is a chariot wheel which binds us all regardless of conditions or place or time." (Emma Goldman)
- In his suitcase I found a hodgepodge of hotel stationery, postcards, and transit maps.
Practice:
(a) Judd sent his new boss a flattering letter on fancy _____ .
(b) Manufacturers of _____ bicycles encourage you to track your pulse as you go along.
