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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Bonds act as a ballast in many investors’ portfolios by providing stability, income and diversification that is supposed to offer some measure of protection when the stock market stumbles.

From MarketWatch

More economic policy stability, lower inflation and lower interest rates should help the economy gain some new momentum in the new year.

From BBC

The buffer, introduced in 2018 in an effort to ensure systemic stability in the banking system, is set twice annually based on household debt, asset imbalances and other financial trends and risks.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This deal greatly strengthens Israel's status as a regional energy power, and it contributes to stability in our region," he added.

From Barron's

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