volatile
/ˈvɑlətəl/
adjective
- Likely to change suddenly and unexpectedly, especially for the worse.
- Her mood is volatile; one moment she is happy, the next she is angry.
- The stock market has been very volatile this week, with prices swinging wildly.
- Relations between the two countries remain volatile after the border dispute.
- (of a substance) easily evaporating at normal temperatures.
- Gasoline is a volatile liquid that gives off flammable vapors.
- The perfume contains volatile oils that quickly disappear when exposed to air.
- Volatile chemicals must be stored in sealed containers to prevent evaporation.
- (of a person) liable to display rapid, strong, and unpredictable changes of emotion.
- She can be volatile when she feels stressed, so we try to stay calm around her.
- The coach is known for his volatile temper, often shouting at players during games.
- His volatile personality made it hard for him to keep friends for long.
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noun
- A volatile substance, especially a chemical that evaporates quickly.
- The lab technician handled the volatiles with care to avoid any fumes.
- The factory stores its volatiles in a special ventilated room.
- Many cleaning products contain volatiles that can be harmful if inhaled.