Synonyms for

Destabilizing

Verb / dɪˈsteɪbʌˌlaɪzɪŋ / Another word for destabilizing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Causing something to become unstable or unbalanced.

Synonyms & similar words

stabilize destabilise stabilise destabilize disruptive unsettling upsetting disturbing undermining weakening shaking uprooting subverting unsettling dislodging ruining jeopardizing threatening undermining harming damaging weakening undercutting compromising

Example sentences

  1. The new policy could destabilize the economy.
  2. The heavy rain destabilized the hillside, causing a mudslide.
  3. The dictator's oppressive regime destabilized the region.
  4. The discovery of fraud destabilized the company's stock.
  5. The unexpected resignation of the CEO destabilized the company.

Quotes

  • The greatest danger to world peace is the attempt of one country to destabilize another by diplomatic or economic or military means. ~ Richard M. Nixon
  • I think that there is a relatively small number of people who are pushing for independence in Catalonia. And Spain is a country that historically has had many regions with their own identity, and this is one of them. But I think that a referendum on independence at this time would be destabilizing for the region and for Spain. ~ Barack Obama
  • We have been working hard to destabilize democracy in Venezuela. ~ John Bolton

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