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Definition of stabilization

stabilization

/ˌsteɪ.bəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: stabilisation)
sta · bi · li · za · tion
Plural:stabilizations
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Adjective:stabilizing
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stabilization Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action or process of making something physically, economically, or politically steady, firm, and unlikely to fluctuate or fail.

Example

"The central bank implemented new fiscal policies to encourage the stabilization of the national currency."

2

Emergency medical care or clinical intervention provided to keep a patient's vital signs steady and prevent further deterioration.

Example

"Paramedics focused on the immediate stabilization of the patient before transporting him to the regional hospital."

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• Rhymes for stabilization

• Nearby Words

stabber
stabbing
stability
stabilization
stabilize
stabilizer
stable

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from the verb 'stabilize' and the noun-forming suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back to the Latin 'stabilis', meaning 'firm' or 'steadfast'.

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