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.