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

In the rotation, the Angels are seeking greater stability beyond Yusei Kikuchi and José Soriano. —Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2025

Consider bonds, dividends and stability Across wealth managers, conservative portfolios tilt more heavily into income and quality. —Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 8 Dec. 2025

This is thanks to the brand’s cushy sock foam that’s on the ball of the foot and heel area for extra comfort and stability. —Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025

True to Journe tradition, the movement is crafted in solid 18-karat rose gold, a material the watchmaker reserves for his highest complications, offering stability, durability, and a warm visual contrast to the dark titanium of the case. —Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 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