Still life is a genre of art that portrays objects, typically everyday items, arranged in a static composition. There are numerous synonyms used to describe this type of art. Some popular alternatives to still life include nature morte, which is French for "dead nature," and vanitas, which is Latin for "vanity." Other similar terms are lifeless life, nature study, and deadpan. Still art, immobile life, and quiet life are also used interchangeably. These synonyms all refer to the same genre of art, emphasizing the serene, inanimate quality of the objects captured. Regardless of the term, the beauty of this genre lies in its ability to showcase the simple, often-overlooked objects of everyday life.