Word
stabilize
Phoneticssta·bi·lize, stress on the first syllable
/ˈsteɪbəˌɫaɪz/
UK spelling · stabilise
Definitions
01to make something steady
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to make something firm, steady, or unlikely to change or fail.
v. to make something stable, firm, or resistant to change. Transitive use requiring a direct object.
日本語:固める※
“The government took steps to stabilize the economy after the crisis.”
“The central bank intervened aggressively to stabilize the currency and prevent further capital flight during the period of political uncertainty.”
Antonyms
02to become steady
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to stop changing and become steady or calm.
v. to become stable or to reach a state of equilibrium. Intransitive use.
“After a few days of rest, the patient's condition began to stabilize.”
“Market analysts predicted that prices would eventually stabilize once the supply chain disruptions were fully resolved.”
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “stabilize” in context.
Verb
01. attempt to stabilize
“Peacekeepers were deployed in an attempt to stabilize the volatile region.”
verb + inf
02. economy stabilizes
“Once the economy stabilizes, we expect consumer spending to increase.”
noun + verb
03. help stabilize
“The new interest rate policy should help stabilize the housing market.”
verb + verb
04. situation stabilizes
“We will remain in the area until the political situation stabilizes.”
noun + verb
Noun
05. gradually stabilize
“The patient's condition began to gradually stabilize after the surgery.”
adv + verb
06. quickly stabilize
“Emergency measures were implemented to quickly stabilize the local currency.”
adv + verb
07. stabilize prices
“The government intervened in the market to stabilize prices of essential goods.”
verb + noun
08. stabilize relationship
“Both leaders expressed a desire to stabilize the bilateral relationship.”
verb + noun
09. fail to stabilize
“Despite the intervention, the exchange rate failed to stabilize.”
10. measures to stabilize the
“The central bank introduced urgent measures to stabilize the banking sector.”
11. stabilize at a level
“Experts predict that oil prices will eventually stabilize at a lower level.”
Usage
The verb is both transitive and intransitive. It often collocates with 'economy', 'prices', or 'condition'.
Real-World Examples
“A salvage operation is under way to stabilise the stricken tanker behind a major oil spill off Oman, the risk management company coordinating the effort has said.” “This “conveyor belt” has the effect of stabilising the level of carbon in the atmosphere, preventing runaway heating or cooling that could extinguish life.” “Without this, a historic opportunity to help the country rebuild and to stabilise the region will be missed.”
The Syrian Government wants a sustainable recovery, and is advocating a “No Tents, No Camps” vision.” Etymology
From stable + -ize.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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