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

• firmness
• soundness
• strength
• sturdiness

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

Here, success isn’t about stability and predictability anymore. —Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 17 May 2025

Who needs cheaper shipping and global trade stability anyway? —Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025

In times of uncertainty, secondhand shopping offers consumers and retailers stability and resilience. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 May 2025

This stability among older demographics, who traditionally lean more Republican and vote at higher rates, continues to provide a solid base for Trump. —Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025

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