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Another word for volatile

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Adjective

  1. Following no predictable pattern

    See also:

    continue

    change

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Another word for volatile

Modifier

  1. Having the qualities of a gas

    Antonyms:

  2. Having a sprightly temperament

    See also:

    happy

    active

    Antonyms:

  3. Liable to sudden change

    See also:

    changeable

  4. Fickle

    See also:

    fickle

    changeable

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Sentence Examples

  • On the other hand, putting up with his volatile moods wouldn't be exactly easy.

  • There is also present a volatile oil.

  • Both forms are volatile in steam.

  • Mercury is a fluid, volatile, spiritual essence.

  • For illuminating purposes, the most extensively-used product is kerosene, but both the more and the less volatile portions Of petroleum are employed in suitable lamps.

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