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