GRE Word List

VOLATILE

characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change

The meaning of the word volatile is characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change.

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cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
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expoundto set forth : state
muteunable to speak : lacking the power of speech
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
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