English · Adjectives

stable

/ˈsteɪ.bl̩/

[/ˈsteɪ.bl̩/]

steady, firm

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Firmly fixed and not likely to change or fail.

Example

After months of treatment, the patient's condition is now stable.

After months of treatment, the patient's condition is now stable.

Etymology

From Latin 'stabilis' (firm), from 'stare' (to stand).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for health, structures, economies, and moods.

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