Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
destabilizer
noun
/dɪˈsteɪbəˌlaɪzər/

Definition
A destabilizer is something that causes instability or disruption, often in a social, political, or economic context.

Examples
- The introduction of severe sanctions acted as a destabilizer to the country’s economy.
- Rumors can often serve as a destabilizer in political situations.
- Environmental changes can be a destabilizer for local communities relying on agriculture.

Meaning
The term refers to an agent or factor that undermines the stability of a system or organization, leading to unpredictable outcomes.

Synonyms
- disruptor
- upsetter
- troublemaker
- instigator