stability
Translation
stability, steadiness
Examples
The country needs economic stability.
The country needs economic stability.
We tested the stability of the new bridge.
We tested the stability of the new bridge.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) ((stability)) a state of being stable. The country needs economic stability.
((stability)) ((of sth.)) the stability of something. We tested the stability of the new bridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: steadiness, firmness, balance; Antonyms: instability
Etymology
From Latin 'stabilitas', from 'stabilis' meaning 'stable', which comes from the root 'sta-' meaning 'to stand'.
Memory Tips
Something that is 'stable' has the quality of 'stability'. It can 'stand' firm.