C1adjectivemoneybusiness
US/ˈvɑː.lə.təl/
UK/ˈvɒl.ə.taɪl/
likely to change suddenly and without warning, often for the worse
In context
Gold prices have been extremely volatile this year.
Investors are nervous because the stock market remains volatile.
Freelancers often have a volatile income, so they need good savings.
Words that go with volatile
adverb + adjective
- highly volatilechanging very quickly and unpredictablyOil prices have been highly volatile this year.
adjective + noun
- volatile marketa market where prices change suddenlyMany cautious investors avoid a volatile market like this one.
- volatile pricesprices that rise and fall quicklyVolatile prices make it hard for farmers to plan.
- volatile situationa situation that could suddenly become dangerousPolice are watching the volatile situation near the border.