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stably

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈsteɪbli/

KK: /ˈsteɪbli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that is steady and not likely to change or move.


Example

The bridge was built to hold stably under heavy traffic.


Conversation
Sloth A
How have you been managing your stress lately?
Sloth B
I've been trying to keep my routine stably throughout the week.
Sloth A
That's smart! A consistent routine can really help.
Sloth B
Exactly! It makes everything feel more balanced.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
steadily
securely
consistently
Antonyms
unstably
insecurely
erratically
Root Explanation

Stably → It is formed from "stable" (from Latin "stabilis", meaning firm or steady) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "stably" means in a manner that is firm or steady.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'firm' or 'steady' ('stable') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'stably' refers to doing something in a steady way.

Visually Confused Words
sably
unstably
tastably
suitably
sortably
satiably
suably
stealy
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