stability

[stuh-bil-i-tee] / stəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

NOUN

resistance of some degree

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance cohesion establishment security strength support

STRONG

adherence aplomb assurance backbone constancy dependability determination durability endurance firmness immobility immovability maturity permanence perseverance resoluteness solidity solidness soundness stableness steadfastness steadiness substantiality toughness

Antonyms

STRONG

doubt instability spinelessness uncertainty weakness

WEAK

insecurity unsteadiness variability wavering

Example Sentences

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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, for all its headaches, remains an anchor for continental stability.

From Barron's

"They are working hard to stay in their home and to ensure the children can continue their education and maintain some stability during this incredibly difficult time."

From BBC

It gives you stability and, I assume, makes up a significant portion of your net worth.

From MarketWatch

Dyche's arrival appeared to bring stability, winning seven of his opening 12 games, but the poor recent run saw Forest fail to pull away from danger, with players unconvinced by his methods.

From BBC

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