nonvolatile
/nɑnˈvɑlətəl/
adjective
- Not easily evaporated or changed into a gas at normal temperatures.
- Nonvolatile oils like olive oil are often used in cooking because they don't evaporate quickly.
- Unlike alcohol, which evaporates fast, this nonvolatile liquid stays in the bottle for a long time.
- The chemist stored the nonvolatile compound in a sealed container to prevent any loss.
- Describing computer memory that retains data even when the power is turned off.
- A USB flash drive uses nonvolatile memory, so your files stay safe even without electricity.
- The engineer explained that nonvolatile memory is essential for saving system settings in a computer.
- Many modern smartphones rely on nonvolatile storage to keep photos and apps after shutdown.
- Not likely to change or fluctuate; stable or enduring.
- Her nonvolatile personality made her a reliable friend in times of crisis.
- The company's nonvolatile income from long-term contracts helped it survive the economic downturn.
- Investors prefer nonvolatile stocks that offer steady returns over time.
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