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volatile
01
prone to unexpected and sudden changes, usually gets worse or dangerous
Examples
The political situation in the region is highly volatile.
His temper is so volatile that no one knows when he ’ll explode.
02
tending to vary often or widely
03
marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments
04
having a tendency to change rapidly and unpredictably, often characterized by fluctuations or instability
Examples
The weather in the region can be highly volatile throughout the year.
The chemical compound is volatile and needs to be handled with care.
Volatile
01
a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor
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