instability
noun
in·sta·bil·i·ty
ˌin(t)-stə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the quality or state of being unstable
especially
: lack of emotional or mental stability
Synonyms
Examples of instability in a Sentence
Investors are worried about the current instability of the stock market.
The patient has a history of emotional instability.
Recent Examples on the Web
The academic consensus not only points to a failure in quelling Middle East instability but also in acknowledging Iranians’ plea for democracy.
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Kazem Kazerounian, Hartford Courant, 23 June 2024
There is uncertainty with how powerful the storms will develop, because of the lack of instability in the environment, Heeren said.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 21 June 2024
With climate change warming the planet, there are more days of high instability, especially in the eastern United States, Casey said.
—Annie Jennemann, Baltimore Sun, 17 June 2024
Critics of the current housing system say that much of this instability could be avoided if the UK adopted more tenant-friendly laws similar to those seen in countries like France and Germany, where eviction is only permitted in limited circumstances and rent rises are subject to strict controls.
—Rebecca Messina, theweek, 13 June 2024
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Kazem Kazerounian, Hartford Courant, 23 June 2024
There is uncertainty with how powerful the storms will develop, because of the lack of instability in the environment, Heeren said.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 21 June 2024
With climate change warming the planet, there are more days of high instability, especially in the eastern United States, Casey said.
—Annie Jennemann, Baltimore Sun, 17 June 2024
Critics of the current housing system say that much of this instability could be avoided if the UK adopted more tenant-friendly laws similar to those seen in countries like France and Germany, where eviction is only permitted in limited circumstances and rent rises are subject to strict controls.
—Rebecca Messina, theweek, 13 June 2024
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instability
noun
in·sta·bil·i·ty
ˌin(t)-stə-ˈbil-ət-ē
: the quality or state of being unstable
Medical Definition
instability
noun
in·sta·bil·i·ty
ˌin(t)-stə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural instabilities
: the quality or state of being unstable
especially
: lack of emotional or mental stability
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