emotional stability

/ɪˈmoʊʃənəl stəˈbɪləti/
noun phrase★Intermediate— ability to remain calm and balanced
formal

The ability to maintain a balanced emotional state, especially under stress or pressure.

Therapists often work with clients to improve their emotional stability.

Professionals help people develop coping mechanisms to manage emotions.

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This term is commonly used in psychology and mental health discussions.

Collocations

improve emotional stabilityto enhance one's ability to manage emotionslack of emotional stabilityinability to regulate emotions effectively

Related Phrases

emotional regulationphrase
the process of managing and controlling emotions
emotional resiliencephrase
the ability to recover from emotional stress

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Psychology

This phrase is frequently used in mental health discussions to describe emotional health.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal Context

Use in professional or clinical settings, not casual conversation.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'emotional' (relating to feelings) and 'stability' (steadiness).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in psychological and therapeutic contexts to describe a person's ability to manage emotions.

Word Breakdown

emotional
relating to feelings
root
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stability
steadiness or balance
root
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