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Volatility Definition & Meaning

volatility
noun
  1. the property of changing readily from a solid or liquid to a vapor
  2. the trait of being unpredictably irresolute; "the volatility of the market drove many investors away"
  3. being easily excited

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  • "hydrogen and its volatility"
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  • "hydrogen's volatility"
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  • "hydrogen volatility"
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Frequently asked questions

What does volatility mean?
the property of changing readily from a solid or liquid to a vapor the trait of being unpredictably irresolute; "the volatility of the market drove many investors away" being easily excited
What part of speech is volatility?
Volatility is a noun.
How many definitions does volatility have?
Volatility has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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