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noun

stability

stuh-BIL-uh-tee/stəˈbɪləti/

The quality of being steady, secure, or resistant to change.

The tripod gives the tray stability on uneven ground.

Solid tripod supports level small tray with full water glass on uneven ground patch, broad balanced stance keeps glass steady.
Etymology
stabilLatinfirm, steadfast
+ityLatinstate or quality

The underlying image is standing firm despite influences that might move or overturn something. This extends naturally to remaining secure or continuing in the same condition.

In context

The Factoran28:55
for on-site quality [music] control, but also enable factories to fine-tune the process if any deviations [music] begin to appear. The result is a product that reaches consumers with optimal stability,
How Wood Products Are Made Inside Massive Factory: Plywood, Particle Board, Laminate Flooring

More examples

  • She tested the structure's stability.
  • The policy brought stability.
  • They valued financial stability.

Forms

stability

stable adjective — steady or resistant to change

Similar words

steadiness
The ordinary close equivalent.
security
Protection or confidence rather than resistance to change.