单词 | volatile |
释义 | Word Frequency volatile(ˈvɒləˌtaɪl) adjective 1. (of a substance) capable of readily changing from a solid or liquid form to a vapour; having a high vapour pressure and a low boiling point 2. (of persons) disposed to caprice or inconstancy; fickle; mercurial 3. (of circumstances) liable to sudden, unpredictable, or explosive change 4. lasting only a short time volatile business interests 5. computing (of a memory) not retaining stored information when the power supply is cut off 6. obsolete flying or capable of flight; volant noun 7. a volatile substance 8. rare a winged creature Derived forms volatileness (ˈvolatileness) or volatility (ˌvɒləˈtɪlɪtɪ) noun Word origin C17: from Latin volātīlis flying, from volāre to fly |
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