How to Pronounce "destabilise"
word
diːˈsteɪbɪlaɪz
dee-STAY-buh-lize
diːstˈeɪbəlˌaɪz
dee-STAY-buh-lyze
Definition
To make something less stable or secure, often causing problems or confusion.
IPA Transcription
American English
diːˈsteɪbɪlaɪz
British English
diːstˈeɪbəlˌaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dee-STAY-buh-lize
UK
dee-STAY-buh-lyze
Listen in Context
Protests can sometimes destabilise a government.
Strong winds can destabilise old buildings.
Adding too many changes at once can destabilise a system.
Rising prices could destabilise the whole economy if not controlled.