volatile
/ˈvɒlətaɪl/
vo · la · tile
ˈvɒ · lə · taɪl
English Definition
adj. unstable changeable explosive
Significado en Español
volátil, inestable
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
dễ bay hơi, không ổn định
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Example Sentence
The political situation in the region was highly volatile.
该地区的政治局势高度不稳定。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
volat(fly away) + ile → volatile, unstable.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym for “volatile”?
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A
Stable
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B
Calm
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C
Unpredictable
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D
Consistent
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C — Unpredictable.
“volatile” means adj. unstable changeable explosive
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The ______ chemical could burst into roaring flame at the slightest spark.
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A
stable
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B
harmless
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C
volatile
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D
inert
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C — volatile.
“volatile” means adj. unstable changeable explosive
Common questions about “volatile”
What does “volatile” mean?
volatile — adj. unstable changeable explosive. In Chinese: 不稳定的，易变的；易挥发的.
How do you pronounce “volatile”?
volatile is pronounced /ˈvɒlətaɪl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: vo · la · tile.
How do you use “volatile” in a sentence?
The political situation in the region was highly volatile. (该地区的政治局势高度不稳定。)
What are synonyms for “volatile”?
unstable, erratic — all close in meaning to volatile (adj. unstable changeable explosive).
Is “volatile” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. volatile appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “volatile”?
volat(fly away) + ile → volatile, unstable.
