stability

noun

sta·​bil·​i·​ty stə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

plural stabilities

1

: the quality, state, or degree of being stable: such as

a

: the strength to stand or endure : firmness

b

: the property of a body that causes it when disturbed from a condition of equilibrium or steady motion to develop forces or moments that restore the original condition

c

: resistance to chemical change or to physical disintegration

2

: residence for life in one monastery

Synonyms of stability

• reliability
• strength

Examples of stability in a Sentence

the country's political and economic stability

Test the platform for stability before using it.

There are some questions about the applicant's mental stability.

Recent Examples on the Web

Saturn stations retrograde in your 6th House of Work and Health, asking you to review routines, obligations, handoffs, and the habits that turn effort into either stability or depletion. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

As Jason’s obsession with the Box deepens, Daniela’s (Jennifer Connelly) growing paranoia pushes her to the brink, and their son Charlie (Fegley) starves for a sense of stability as their family is threatened. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 25 July 2026

Choose the option that supports stability without draining your reserves. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026

By balancing strict fiscal management with an aggressive plan to diversify support and expand with new donors, the organization aims to ensure long-term stability while continuing to deliver high-quality artistic programming to Charlotte. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for stability

• ability
• agility
• civility
• debility
• docility
• ductility
• facility
• fertility
• fragility
• futility
• gentility
• hostility

Kids Definition

stability

noun

sta·​bil·​i·​ty stə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

plural stabilities

: the condition of being stable

Medical Definition

stability

noun

sta·​bil·​i·​ty stə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

plural stabilities

: the quality, state, or degree of being stable

emotional stability

chemical stability