noun
- an irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation
Examples
- Stock prices showed wild fluctuations throughout the day.
- The fluctuation in temperature made it hard to dress appropriately.
- Scientists recorded fluctuations in the bird population over several years.
- Currency fluctuations can affect international trade.
- There were minor fluctuations in her blood pressure during the test.
- The company’s profits have experienced significant fluctuations this quarter.