stabilize
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for stabilize, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make something steady or stop it from changing or getting worse.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use stabilize
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
stabilize the patient
stabilize prices
Etymology
From stable + the verb-forming suffix -ize.
Full origin of stabilize →Frequently asked questions
What does “stabilize” mean?
The word “stabilize” means to make something steady or stop it from changing or getting worse. In plain terms, to make something steady, or for something to settle down and stop fluctuating.
How do you pronounce “stabilize”?
“Stabilize” is pronounced STAY-buh-lyz (/ˈsteɪ.bəˌlaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “stabilize” in a sentence?
Here is “stabilize” used in a sentence: “Doctors managed to stabilize the patient overnight.”
What part of speech is “stabilize”?
“Stabilize” is a verb.
Is “stabilize” a common word?
“Stabilize” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “stabilize” have?
“Stabilize” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make something steady or stop it from changing or getting worse.
