1. likely to change suddenly and unpredictably
2. easily becoming angry or violent
3. evaporating quickly at normal temperatures
Usage: chemistry

1. a volatile substance
Usage: chemistry

Examples

• The stock market has been very volatile this month.
• Oil prices are volatile and difficult to predict.
• He has a volatile temper and explodes without warning.
• The political situation in the region remains volatile.
• Gasoline is a volatile liquid that evaporates quickly.
• The volatile chemicals must be stored in sealed containers.
• Her volatile personality made it hard to maintain friendships.