nonstable

/ˈnɑnˌsteɪbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

not capable of withstanding or resisting a particular force or influence, or not able to maintain a steady state

“The nonstable economy of the country struggled to recover from the recession.”

2. noun

a condition or system that is not stable

“The nonstability of the chemical compound made it difficult to work with.”

Synonyms

  • tenuous
  • unbalanced
  • unstable

Antonyms

  • firm
  • resilient
  • stable