volatile
adjective
Definitions of volatile adjective
change(變化)
Likely to change suddenly and unexpectedly, often in a way that indicates instability or the potential for worsening.
不穩定;易變;反覆無常
The stock market tends to be very volatile during times of economic instability.
在經濟不穩定的時期,股市往往非常波動。
The political situation became increasingly volatile in the lead-up to the election.
在選舉前夕,政治局勢變得越來越不穩定。
His emotions are very volatile; you never know what he’s going to do next.
他的情緒非常不穩定,你永遠不知道他下一步會做什麼。
substance(物質)
- chemistry(化學)specialized(專業)
Describes a substance, typically a liquid or solid, that readily vaporizes into a gas.
(液體或固體)易揮發的;易汽化的。
Gasoline is a highly volatile liquid.
汽油是一種高度揮發的液體。
These volatile organic compounds are harmful to the environment.
這些揮發性有機化合物對環境有害。
This solvent, due to its volatile nature, should be used in a well-ventilated area.
這種溶劑由於其揮發性,應在通風良好的區域使用。