volatility

[vɑːləˈtɪləti]

volatility Definition

  • 1the quality or state of being likely to change suddenly, especially by becoming worse
  • 2the quality or state of being easily evaporated at normal temperatures

Using volatility: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "volatility" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The volatility of the stock market makes it difficult to predict future earnings.

  • Example

    The political situation in the country is marked by volatility and uncertainty.

  • Example

    The volatility of the chemical compound makes it dangerous to handle without proper precautions.

volatility Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with volatility

  • the tendency of financial markets to fluctuate rapidly and unpredictably

    Example

    Investors are advised to diversify their portfolios to mitigate the risks of market volatility.

  • the tendency of prices to fluctuate rapidly and unpredictably

    Example

    The price volatility of cryptocurrencies makes them a risky investment.

  • emotional volatility

    the tendency of a person to experience sudden and intense changes in mood or emotions

    Example

    Her emotional volatility made it difficult for her to maintain stable relationships.

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Summary: volatility in Brief

Volatility [vɑːləˈtɪləti] refers to the likelihood of sudden changes, often for the worse. It can describe the unpredictability of financial markets, as in 'market volatility,' or the instability of a political situation. Volatility can also refer to the ease with which a substance evaporates, as in 'the volatility of the chemical compound.'

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