Cool MateMeaning of Unstable
Not firm, steady, or secure; prone to change or failure.
In simple words: Not steady or secure, often likely to change or fail.
Unstable in a sentence
- The weather in spring can be quite unstable.
- Investing in unstable markets can lead to significant losses.
- Their relationship felt unstable after the argument.
- The bridge was declared unstable after the earthquake.
- Unstable conditions in the economy raise concerns for investors.
How to use Unstable
Used in both everyday and technical contexts. Avoid in conversations where positive connotations are expected.
Grammar pattern
unstable + noun
Memory hint
Think of unstable as 'un-steady', like a wobbly table.
Related words
Collocations with Unstable
- unstable condition
- unstable situation
- unstable environment
- unstable economy
- unstable relationship
Synonyms for Unstable
- precarious
- volatile
- shaky
- fickle
- insecure
Common mistakes with Unstable
- Confused with 'stable' — remember that unstable means not stable.
- Using it to describe people directly without context—better for situations or conditions.
Unstable appears in
Unstable in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غير مستقر
غير ثابت أو آمن، وغالبًا ما يكون عرضة للتغيير أو الفشل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অস্থির
স্থির বা নিরাপদ নয়, প্রায়শই পরিবর্তন বা ব্যর্থ হওয়ার সম্ভাবনা থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Instabil
Nicht stabil oder sicher, oft wahrscheinlich zu ändern oder zu versagen.
- SpanishEspañol
Inestable
No estable o seguro, a menudo propenso a cambiar o fallar.
- Persianفارسی
ناپایدار
ثابت یا امن نیست، اغلب احتمال تغییر یا شکست دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
Instable
Pas stable ou sûr, souvent susceptible de changer ou d'échouer.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अस्थिर
जो स्थिर या सुरक्षित न हो, अक्सर बदलने या विफल होने की संभावना हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Instabile
Non stabile o sicuro, spesso incline a cambiare o fallire.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Instável
Não estável ou seguro, muitas vezes propenso a mudar ou falhar.
- RussianРусский
Неустойчивый
Неустойчивый или ненадежный, часто подверженный изменениям или неудачам.
- Urduاردو
غیر مستحکم، ناپایدار
مستحکم یا محفوظ نہیں، اکثر تبدیل ہونے یا ناکام ہونے کا امکان ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
不稳定
不稳固或不安全，常常容易变化或失败。
More words like Unstable
- Volatile
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Unstable
What does Unstable mean?
Not steady or secure, often likely to change or fail.
What is the definition of Unstable?
Not firm, steady, or secure; prone to change or failure.
How do you use Unstable in a sentence?
The weather in spring can be quite unstable.
Can you give another example of Unstable?
Investing in unstable markets can lead to significant losses.
What are synonyms for Unstable?
Common alternatives include precarious, volatile, shaky, fickle, insecure.
What is the opposite of Unstable?
Opposite meanings include stable, secure, steady.
What words go with Unstable?
It commonly pairs with unstable condition, unstable situation, unstable environment, unstable economy, unstable relationship.
What are common mistakes when using Unstable?
Confused with 'stable' — remember that unstable means not stable. Using it to describe people directly without context—better for situations or conditions.
How do you pronounce Unstable?
US: //ʌnˈsteɪbəl//, UK: //ˌʌnˈsteɪbəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Unstable?
Used in both everyday and technical contexts. Avoid in conversations where positive connotations are expected.
What CEFR level is Unstable?
"Unstable" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.