Stability & Resistance Vocabulary

unchanging over time; unable to be changed

“Some philosophers argue that mathematical truths are immutable.”

liable to change; inconstant

“Human nature is mutable, shaped by circumstance.”

tending to change frequently or easily; versatile

“His protean talents allowed him to excel in many fields.”

to turn into bone; to cease developing

“Without new ideas, institutions ossify and become irrelevant.”

to harden; to become rigid

“His opinions had calcified into unchangeable prejudices.”

to cease to flow or move; become inactive

“Without challenges, careers stagnate.”

lacking in movement, action, or change

“The economy remained static despite government intervention.”

lacking the ability to move or act

“The organization had become inert, resistant to all innovation.”

resolutely firm and unwavering

“She remained steadfast in her convictions despite pressure.”

firmly established and difficult to change

“Entrenched interests blocked every reform attempt.”