volatile

adjective

UK/ˈvɒl.ə.taɪl/
US/ˈvɑː.lə.t̬ᵊl/

Definitions of volatile adjective

change(變化)

  1. 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)

  1. 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。