Synonyms of fluctuation

fluctuation

noun

ˌflək-chə-ˈwā-shən 

as in oscillation

the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another

political instability that resulted in wild fluctuations in the overseas stock markets

Synonyms & Similar Words

• oscillation
• change
• flux
• inconstancy
• transformation
• metamorphosis
• mutation
• transmutation
• vacillation
• wavering
• transmogrification

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fluctuation

What followed was a clinical dismemberment, Newcastle refusing to be swayed by the game’s emotional fluctuations, just as Howe has taught them. —Chris Waugh, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025

Because many of these investments are tied to the stock market, 401(k) balances can rise or fall with market fluctuations. —Dr. Ronald Premuroso, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2025

Practical steps also include delaying or reducing withdrawals from accounts that are already battered by market fluctuations, said Williams. —Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2025

However, recent stock market fluctuations have driven its market cap down to around $8 billion — more win than loss. Losers: Even by 2021 standards, Klarna's $45.6 billion valuation seemed rich — so much so that its value was reset to $6.7 billion just a year later. —Ryan Lawler, Axios, 8 Apr. 2025