STABILITY Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

stability

noun

stə-ˈbi-lə-tē

Definition of stability

as in reliability

the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged the bridge was designed with such great stability that it supposedly will not collapse even under the harshest weather conditions

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as in consistency

the state of continuing without change the stability of the regime is in jeopardy

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Recent Examples of stability The real breakthrough lies in thermal stability and controllability. — New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026 People with high arches should look for cushioning, support, and stability since their feet absorb shock less effectively. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 How a state allows rising generational cohorts to move up the political ladder is critical for ensuring regime stability. — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026 Now, however, the 31-year-old has found stability with the Dodgers. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stability

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stability

Noun

The Taurus Moon conjoins Chiron in your 7th House of Partnership, stirring sensitivity around trust, reciprocity, reliability, or whether someone can meet you consistently.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026
Enjoy sharp text quality, reliable mobile printing via the HP app, and low-cost reliability all semester long.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of reliability

Noun

Roki Sasaki has turned in three strong starts to kick off the second half but needs to establish better consistency down the stretch.

— Katie Woo, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
As those behaviors spread across generations, measuring bedtime consistency, sleep need and recovery could become as common as counting daily steps.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of consistency

Noun

For now, though, Denver appears focused on preserving Bo Nix’s favorite target for a full-strength playoff run.

— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2026
Jacas, whose reps have steadily increased over the week, has by no means dominated for even a stretch of practice, but flashes of excellent upper-body strength and burst off the line are there.

— Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of strength

Noun

As well as the interest in Henderson’s steadiness, there has been the enormous outlay on Rogers’ dynamism.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 28 July 2026
Cultivating physical, mental, and emotional steadiness allows executives to master themselves and effectively navigate complex business landscapes.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026