Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
highly-unstable
Adjective
/ˈhaɪli ʌnˈsteɪbl/
Definition
Characterized by a tendency to change rapidly and unpredictably.
Examples
- The stock market can sometimes be highly unstable, causing significant investor uncertainty.
- In science, highly unstable compounds can react unpredictably when exposed to certain conditions.
- The political climate in the region was described as highly unstable, with frequent protests and changes in leadership.
Meaning
When something is described as highly unstable, it means that it is not steady, secure, or reliable, and may undergo significant fluctuations or changes in a short period of time.
Synonyms
- volatile
- erratic
- precarious
- insecure
- unsteady