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

Globally, heatwaves, droughts, and extreme weather are disrupting supply chains, inflating food prices, and undermining financial stability. —Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025

Clean energy advocates responded vociferously that renewables could provide stability as Europe tried to wean itself off of Russian energy. —Justin Worland, Time, 21 June 2025

Despite his game taking a step back, Wilson is still capable of providing stability at QB after their disarray at the position last year. —Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025

The new moon in Cancer on June 25 is an ideal time to set intentions around your financial stability or reconsider your approach to spending and monetization. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 June 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