1.
stability, steadiness
A state of being stable, firm, or unchanging. Can refer to physical, emotional, or economic stability.
経済が安定している。
The economy is stable.
精神的な安定を求める。
To seek emotional stability.
収入が安定しない。
My income isn't stable.
安定 means stability in various contexts.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 安定する (to stabilize, become stable)
- 安定している (to be stable)
- 安定した + noun (stable ~)
- 安定を保つ (maintain stability)
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 経済の安定 (economic stability)
- 精神的安定 (mental/emotional stability)
- 政治的安定 (political stability)
OPPOSITE:
- 不安定: instability, unstable