Volatile - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈvɑːlətl|
Brit.
|ˈvɒlətaɪl|
noun
- a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor
it was heated to evaporate the volatiles
adjective
- liable to lead to sudden change or violence (syn: explosive)
a volatile situation with troops and rioters eager for a confrontation
- marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments (syn: fickle)a flirt's volatile affections
- tending to vary often or widelyvolatile stocks
volatile emotions
volatile emotions
Extra examples
The stock market can be very volatile.
She is a volatile woman.
The protests are increasing, creating a volatile situation in the capital.
...in the 19th century the volatile issue of slavery resulted in the disunion of several Protestant denominations...
Usually, only a few of the volatile chemicals in a fragrance are obviously noticeable to human noses.
Prices were volatile, fluctuating between $20 and $40.
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