stabilization

American  

[stey-buh-li-zey-shuhn] / ˌsteɪ bə lɪˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the act or process of stabilizing or the state of being stabilized.

2. Also called stabilization process.  Photography. a process for making temporary black-and-white prints using special sensitized paper stabilization paper that can be rapidly processed through one or two solutions that quickly develop and stabilize the nonpermanent image.

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Other Word Forms

• restabilization noun

Etymology

Origin of stabilization

First recorded in 1920–25; stabilize + -ation

Example Sentences

Markets will be hoping for some signs of stabilization in the property-market slump, which continues to sap consumer confidence and is a key obstacle in efforts to pivot the economy to more consumption-led growth.

From The Wall Street Journal

“A stabilization of sentiment could bring buyers back into the market.”

From The Wall Street Journal

While meaningful output gains would still require years of capital and political stabilization, U.S. involvement reshapes long-term expectations.

From Barron's

Rather than rescuing developers outright, policymakers have focused on selective housing support aimed at completion and stabilization.

From Barron's

Meanwhile, U.S. efforts to persuade other countries to contribute troops to the proposed stabilization force have made little headway so far.

From The Wall Street Journal