volatile

adjective
/ˈvɑːlətl/

Meaning

likely to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse

Example Sentences

The stock market is extremely volatile these days.

Example Expressions

volatile situation

Synonyms

unstable, unpredictable, explosive, fickle

Antonyms

stable, steady, consistent

Collocations

volatile market, volatile situation, highly volatile

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