fluctuation — an irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 불규칙한 오르내림, 변동, 기복
Korean pronunciation: 플럭**추**에이션
Example Sentences
- My weight shows constant fluctuation between pizza nights and gym days.
- The company's profits experienced significant fluctuation during the pandemic.
- His mood fluctuation is worse than the weather forecast - completely unpredictable!
fluctuation
NOUN//ˌflʌktʃuˈeɪʃən//
an irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation
Stock traders watch wild fluctuation on the screen as prices swing up and down.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'fluctuare' meaning 'to wave or undulate,' derived from 'fluctus' (wave or surge). The suffix '-ation' was added to form a noun indicating the action or process.
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📝Examples
“My weight shows constant fluctuation between pizza nights and gym days.”
“The company's profits experienced significant fluctuation during the pandemic.”
“His mood fluctuation is worse than the weather forecast - completely unpredictable!”
“The fluctuation in oil prices affects the global economy.”
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