volatility

noun

vol·a·til·i·ty ˌvä-lə-ˈti-lə-tē

plural volatilities

Synonyms of volatility next

: the quality or state of being volatile: such as

: a tendency to change quickly and unpredictably

price volatility

the volatility of the stock market

: a tendency to erupt in violence or anger

the volatility of the region

the volatility of his temper

: the quality of being readily vaporizable at a fairly low temperature

As each component of crude oil has a different relative volatility, they will evaporate at different temperatures.—

Martin W. Stockel et al.

Examples of volatility in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Potential changes The amusement park industry faces significant volatility, including the rising threat of extreme weather driven by climate change. —

Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 6 July 2024 Be mindful, however, as the volatility stemming from Mars and Uranus can be detrimental if not harnessed correctly. —

Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024 Turnout was unusually high, adding to the sense of volatility. —

Nancy Ing, NBC News, 1 July 2024 His guidance downgrade, which was part of a fireside chat hosted by JP Morgan, came following ongoing market volatility in China and a slightly negative 6.18 shopping festival there. —

Jennifer Weil, WWD, 28 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for volatility

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