To stabilize
Example: The government implemented reforms to stabilize the post-war economy.
Definition
"To stabilize" means to make or become steady, secure, or firmly established, especially after a period of fluctuation or instability. For example, the government implemented reforms to stabilize the post-war economy by preventing further economic decline and promoting consistent growth.
Etymology
The word "to stabilize" comes from the Latin verb 'stabilizare,' which means 'to make firm or stable.' It evolved through Late Latin and Old French before entering English in the early 17th century. Did you know? The root 'stabil-' comes from 'stabilis,' meaning 'stable,' originally relating to standing firm or unshaken.
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"To stabilize" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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