unstable
/ʌnˈsteɪbl/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #5394 in the learning path
不稳固的
Definitions
adj. Likely to move, fall, or collapse.
不稳固的
adj. Likely to change suddenly and unpredictably.
不稳定的；易变的
Example
This unstable chair wobbles whenever I sit on it.
这把椅子不稳，我一坐上去就晃。
An unstable economy can discourage investment and make long-term planning difficult for small businesses.
经济不稳定会抑制投资，并使小企业难以制定长期计划。
Collocations
- unstable economy
- politically unstable
- unstable structure
Word family
- stable (adj.)
- stability (n.)
- instability (n.)
- stabilise (v.)
Synonyms
- unsteady
- insecure
Antonyms
- stable
- steady
Usage tip
可指物体不稳，也可指经济、局势等易变。
FAQ
- What does unstable mean?
- Likely to move, fall, or collapse. Likely to change suddenly and unpredictably.
- How is unstable pronounced?
- UK /ʌnˈsteɪbl/, US /ʌnˈsteɪbl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
