Instability Meaning in English
word
ˌɪnstəˈbɪɫɪti
in-stuh-BIL-i-tee
ɪnstəbˈɪlɪti
in-stuh-BIL-i-tee
Definition
A state or condition where something is likely to change, weaken, or fail, especially in a way that is unpredictable or unsafe.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in political, social, economic, or emotional contexts (e.g., 'political instability'). More formal; not used for minor, everyday changes. Often describes a lack of reliable structure or safety.
Spanish: inestabilidadPortuguese (BR): instabilidadePortuguese (PT): instabilidadeChinese (Simplified): 不稳定Chinese (Traditional): 不穩定Hindi: अस्थिरताArabic: عدم الاستقرارBengali: অস্থিরতাRussian: нестабильностьJapanese: 不安定 - 不安定性Vietnamese: bất ổn - sự bất ổnKorean: 불안정Turkish: istikrarsızlıkUrdu: عدم استحکام - عدم استواریIndonesian: ketidakstabilan - instabilitas
Example Sentences
There is instability in the region after the election.
basic
Economic instability makes it hard to plan for the future.
basic
The chair broke because of its instability.
basic
After months of instability, the country finally reached peace.
natural
Her emotional instability worried her friends.
natural
Investors are nervous because of the market's instability.
natural