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stability

/stəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
sta · bil · i · ty
Adverb:stably
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Plural:stabilities
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Adjective:stable
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stability Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Resistance to sudden change, deterioration, or upheaval, especially in an economic, social, or political system.

Example

"Prolonged inflation and rising unemployment threatened the economic stability of the region."

2

The state or quality of being firm, steady, and securely balanced, resisting physical overturning, collapse, or mechanical displacement.

Example

"Engineers tested the structural stability of the bridge against high winds and seismic vibrations."

3

Mental and emotional soundness, reliability, and composure of character.

Example

"Her calm emotional stability helped keep the entire team focused during the crisis."

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• Rhymes for stability

• Nearby Words

stab
stabber
stabbing
stability
stabilization
stabilize
stabilizer

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century via Old French stabilité from Latin stabilitas ('a standing fast, firmness'), derived from stabilis ('firm, steadfast'), from the verb stare ('to stand').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stability. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stability
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