Meaning of Stability

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Stability

1. 1
   a.

   The state or quality of being stable, or firm; steadiness; firmness; strength to stand without being moved or overthrown; as, the stability of a structure; the stability of a throne or a constitution.

2. 2
   a.

   Steadiness or firmness of character, firmness of resolution or purpose; the quality opposite to fickleness, irresolution, or inconstancy; constancy; steadfastness; as, a man of little stability, or of unusual stability.

3. 3
   a.

   Fixedness; -- as opposed to fluidity.

4. 4
   a.

   The state or quality of being stable, or firm; steadiness; firmness; strength to stand without being moved or overthrown; as, the stability of a structure; the stability of a throne or a constitution.

5. 5
   a.

   Steadiness or firmness of character, firmness of resolution or purpose; the quality opposite to fickleness, irresolution, or inconstancy; constancy; steadfastness; as, a man of little stability, or of unusual stability.

6. 6
   a.

   Fixedness; -- as opposed to fluidity.