Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unstable

Adjective
/ʌnˈsteɪ.bəl/
Definition
Not stable; likely to change or fail.
Examples
  • The unstable economy led to a surge in unemployment rates.
  • He was warned about the unstable conditions on the mountain.
  • Her emotions felt unstable after the recent events.
Meaning
Describes something that is not firmly fixed, making it prone to change or collapse under pressure.
Synonyms
  • Precarious
  • Unsteady
  • Volatile
  • Shaky
  • Insecure