How to Pronounce "destabilized"
word
dɪˈsteɪbəˌɫaɪzd
di-STAY-buh-lyzd
ˌdiːˈsteɪbɪlaɪzd
dee-STAY-bih-lyzd
Definition
To make something unstable or less secure, often causing problems or a breakdown in order or balance.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈsteɪbəˌɫaɪzd
British English
ˌdiːˈsteɪbɪlaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-STAY-buh-lyzd
UK
dee-STAY-bih-lyzd
Listen in Context
The war destabilized the country.
The new policy destabilized the company.
The earthquake destabilized several buildings.
Social media rumors have destabilized public trust.