Definitions

stability

[stuh-bil-i-tee] / stəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

NOUN

resistance of some degree

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance cohesion establishment security strength support

STRONG

adherence aplomb assurance backbone constancy dependability determination durability endurance firmness immobility immovability maturity permanence perseverance resoluteness solidity solidness soundness stableness steadfastness steadiness substantiality toughness

Antonyms

STRONG

doubt instability spinelessness uncertainty weakness

WEAK

insecurity unsteadiness variability wavering

Example Sentences

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I sat through too many financial stability briefings to think this problem has a clean solution.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

The alternative is to accept a race to the bottom — on wages, on working conditions and on the economic stability of the region itself.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said in a press briefing that the move was "intended to safeguard Japan's security and further contribute to the peace and stability of the region".

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“We believe we can maintain our targeted margins of 2% to 4%, and offer a viable product that still creates stability for seniors,” DeVeydt said.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Designed for a single passenger, it was wider than it needed to be, presumably for additional stability.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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