fluctuation
/ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6556 in the learning path
波动；起伏
Definitions
n. A change in level or amount, especially up and down.
波动；起伏
Example
A sudden temperature fluctuation made the shower briefly cold.
水温突然波动，让淋浴的水短暂变凉了。
Frequent fluctuations in food prices make it difficult for low-income households to plan their monthly spending.
食品价格频繁波动，使低收入家庭难以规划每月开支。
Collocations
- price fluctuations
- seasonal fluctuations
- fluctuations in demand
- temperature fluctuations
Word family
- fluctuate (v.)
Synonyms
- variation
Antonyms
- stability
Usage tip
常用fluctuations in加变化的指标，如prices。
FAQ
- What does fluctuation mean?
- A change in level or amount, especially up and down.
- How is fluctuation pronounced?
- UK /ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃən/, US /ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
