stabilize

[stey-buh-lahyz] / ˈsteɪ bəˌlaɪz /

VERB

make or keep in steady state; make resistant to change

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance fix maintain preserve secure steady sustain

STRONG

ballast bolt brace buttress counterbalance counterpoise equalize fasten firm freeze ossify poise prop set settle stiffen support uphold

WEAK

firm up stabilitate

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy forget hurt ignore neglect

STRONG

drop fall let down let go liquefy loosen melt open release soften unfasten unlock weaken

WEAK

change shake vary wobble

Example Sentences

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The social-media platform is down 28% over the past year but is trying to stabilize, showing a 3% increase over the past month.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

But sub-6% rates would be the quickest way to bring cautious buyers back into the market, so sellers are hoping the ceasefire will stabilize rates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Even so, the ability to form RNP condensates appeared to help stabilize key processes and improve survival.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Also, management expects contracted and policy-based electricity volumes to account for around 70% of total power sales, helping stabilize earnings amid ongoing power market liberalization.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Nailer thought he saw the captain clinging to a rail, trying to send her people out to stabilize the wreck.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi

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