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estabilidad

|es-ta-bi-li-dad|

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/es.ta.βi.liˈðað/

quality of being stable

Etymology
Etymology Information

'estabilidad' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'stabilitas', where the root 'stabilis' meant 'firm, stable' and the suffix '-tas' indicated a noun of quality.

Historical Evolution

'estabilidad' changed from the Latin word 'stabilitas' and passed through Late Latin/Old French forms (e.g. 'stabilite') before becoming the modern Spanish 'estabilidad'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'firmness' or 'steadiness' in a physical sense, and over time the meaning broadened to include abstract senses such as economic, social, or emotional stability.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality or state of being stable; lack of change, variation, or fluctuation (applies to physical objects, situations, feelings, etc.).

La estabilidad de la estructura garantiza la seguridad del edificio.

Synonyms

solidezfirmezaequilibrio

Antonyms

inestabilidadvolatilidadinseguridad

Noun 2

continuity or permanence in social, economic, or work conditions (e.g., job security, economic steadiness).

La estabilidad laboral es una prioridad para muchos trabajadores.

Synonyms

seguridadpersistencia

Antonyms

desempleoincertidumbre

Last updated: 2025/11/12 01:17