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Instability
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Simple meaning
What does Instability mean?
Instability means lack of steadiness.
Dictionary definition
The state of being likely to change, move, or become unsafe or unsteady.
Example sentences
Instability in a sentence
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The wobbling table showed instability.
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The report described instability in the bridge design.
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Scientists study instability to understand why systems change or become unsteady.
Synonyms
Words like Instability
unsteadinessThe state of not being steady.
weaknessA lack of strength or support.
Antonyms
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Word family
Instability word family
Base word
instability
noun
instability
Base form.
adjective
stable
Steady or secure.
adjective
unstable
Not steady or secure.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does instability mean?
Instability means something is not steady, secure, or predictable.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to instability?
Unsteadiness is closest in meaning to instability.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses instability correctly?
This sentence correctly uses instability as lack of steadiness.
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