lability

/ˈleɪbɪlɪti/; /ləˈbɪlɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being liable or subject to something.

“The company’s lability to financial risks was a major concern for investors.”

2. noun

The capacity to change or be changed, especially in response to external influences.

“The lability of the ecosystem to climate change was a major topic of discussion among scientists.”

3. noun

A changeable or unstable quality.

“The lability of the politician’s character was a subject of controversy in the media.”

Synonyms

  • liability
  • susceptibility
  • vulnerability

Antonyms

  • consistency
  • stability
  • steadiness