stability
stəˈbɪlɪti
stabilities
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Definition of stability - Reverso English Dictionary

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Noun

1.
balancecondition of being stable and resistant to change
  • The stability of the bridge was tested.
firmness steadiness
2.
ecologyTECH.ability of an ecosystem to resist changeTECH.
  • The forest's stability was crucial for biodiversity.
durability resilience steadiness
3.
societyRarestable order in societyRare
  • The stability of the government was questioned.
orderliness steadiness
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Expressions with stability

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person or thing providing reliable support
In tough times, she was his rock of stability.
essential element ensuring stability in a system
The central bank is the linchpin of stability in the economy.
state where a country's production prices and jobs change slowly and predictably
The government aims to maintain economic stability during global uncertainty.
degree to which employment is secure and likely to continue
Many workers prioritize job stability over a higher salary.
essential element that ensures steadiness
The central bank is a pillar of stability in the financial system.
person or thing that provides reliable support
In tough times, she was a beacon of stability for her family.

Origin of stability

Latin, stabilis (firm)

Terms with stability included in their meaning

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physical stability
stability achieved by even distribution of weight
looseadj.
stability
not fixed in place tightly or firmly
physical
maintain stability to avoid falling
stability
keep or put something in a steady position
establish stability
adopt a more steady or secure style of life
challenges
facing difficulty in achieving success or stability
stability
remain in the same place
stability
make something stay in position

Examples of stability in a sentence

  • The stability of the ecosystem is under threat.
  • The stability of the coral reef is under threat.
  • Agricultural practices can impact the stability of the ecosystem.
  • Social stability is crucial for economic growth.
  • The region enjoyed stability after the peace treaty.

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  1. French:stabilité, équilibre, ...
  2. German:Stabilität, ...
  3. Italian:stabilità, ordine sociale, ...
  4. Spanish:estabilidad, ...
  5. Portuguese:estabilidade, ordem estável, ...
  6. Chinese:稳定性, 生态稳定, ...
  7. Japanese:安定性, 持続性, ...
  8. Arabic:اِسْتِقْرار, ...
  9. Hebrew:יִצִּיבוּת, יְצִיבוּת חֶבְרָתִית, ...
  10. Russian:устойчивость, порядок, ...
  11. Ukrainian:стабільність, ...
  12. Hindi:स्थिरता, संतुलन, ...
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