volatile
/ˈvɒl.əˌtaɪ.(ə)l/ · noun
Meaning
- A chemical or compound that changes into a gas easily.
- Evaporating or vaporizing readily under normal conditions.
- (of a substance) Explosive.
- (of a price etc) Variable or erratic.
- (of a person) Quick to become angry or violent.
- Fickle.
- Temporary or ephemeral.
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