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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A government spokesperson said: "The budget doubled down on our work to grow the economy and create good jobs, and we are delivering stability, cutting borrowing and getting inflation down."

From BBC

The Bank of Japan, which is responsible for price stability, is due to announce a monetary policy decision on Friday after a two-day meeting.

From Barron's

There’s no one correct asset allocation for someone in their 70s, but most experts suggest shifting from maximizing growth to prioritizing income, stability and, of course, longevity.

From MarketWatch

Also, initial jobless claims remained low in the most recent week, showing signs of more stability in the labor market.

From MarketWatch

This is a recipe for relative stability in our laws.

From The Wall Street Journal

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