What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
equilibration
Example
The therapist helped the patient achieve equilibration in their emotional state. [equilibration: noun]
Example
The company is going through a period of equilibration as they adjust to the new market conditions. [equilibration: noun]
stabilization
Example
The government implemented policies to stabilize the economy during the recession. [stabilize: verb]
Example
The medication helped with the stabilization of the patient's blood pressure. [stabilization: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stabilization is more commonly used than equilibration in everyday language, especially in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between equilibration and stabilization?
Both equilibration and stabilization can be used in formal or technical contexts, but stabilization is more versatile and can also be used in informal contexts.
