destabilization

Definitions

The act or process of causing something to lose its stability or equilibrium.

The systematic undermining of a government, organization, or system to weaken its power or authority.

Examples

The rapid withdrawal of troops led to the destabilization of the entire region.

Economic sanctions were imposed to prevent the further destabilization of the country's currency.

Synonyms

unsettling disruption subversion undermining upheaval degradation shaking

Antonyms

stabilization strengthening securing fortification consolidation stabilizing support