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volatile

/ˈvɒlətaɪl/ adjective · British & US
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What does volatile mean?

adjective

Prone to sudden or uncontrolled change; liable to change frequently or unpredictably. Capable of exploding or burning easily.

Example

"The volatile nature of the stock market made it difficult to predict the outcome of the investment."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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