<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the state or quality of being stable.</li><li>firmness in position.</li><li>continuance without change; permanence.</li><li>Chemistry: resistance or the degree of resistance to chemical change or disintegration.</li><li>resistance to change, especially sudden change or deterioration: The stability of the economy encourages investment.</li><li>steadfastness; constancy, as of character or purpose: The job calls for a great deal of emotional stability.</li><li>Synonyms: soundness, steadiness, balance, solidity, poise, strength.</li><li>Aeronautics: the ability of an aircraft to return to its original flying position when abruptly displaced.</li><li>Roman Catholic Church: a vow taken by a Benedictine monk, binding him to residence for life in the same monastery in which he made the vow.</li></ul>