Fluctuation: meaning, definitions and examples

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fluctuation

 

[ flʌk.tʃʊˈeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in finance

An irregular rising and falling in number or amount; a variation.

Synonyms

fluctuating, instability, variation

Examples of usage

  • The fluctuation in the stock market was causing concern among investors.
  • The fluctuation in exchange rates has made it difficult for businesses to plan ahead.
Context #2 | Noun

in physics

A small change in a system caused by a slight movement or disturbance.

Synonyms

fluctuating, oscillation, variation

Examples of usage

  • The fluctuation in temperature was due to the fluctuating air currents.
  • The fluctuation in the light intensity was measured by the sensor.
Context #3 | Noun

in general

An instance of uncertainty or instability.

Synonyms

changeability, fluctuating, inconstancy

Examples of usage

  • The fluctuation in her mood made it hard to predict her reactions.
  • The fluctuation in weather patterns has been attributed to climate change.

Translations

Translations of the word "fluctuation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 flutuação

🇮🇳 उतार-चढ़ाव

🇩🇪 Schwankung

🇮🇩 fluktuasi

🇺🇦 коливання

🇵🇱 wahanie

🇯🇵 変動 (へんどう)

🇫🇷 fluctuation

🇪🇸 fluctuación

🇹🇷 dalgalanma

🇰🇷 변동 (변화)

🇸🇦 تقلب

🇨🇿 fluktuace

🇸🇰 fluktuácia

🇨🇳 波动 (bōdòng)

🇸🇮 fluktuacija

🇮🇸 sveiflur

🇰🇿 ауытқу

🇬🇪 ფლუქტუაცია

🇦🇿 dalğalanma

🇲🇽 fluctuación

Etymology

The word 'fluctuation' comes from the Latin word 'fluctuatio', which means 'a flowing'. It entered the English language in the 17th century. The concept of fluctuation has been observed in various fields such as finance, physics, and general circumstances. The term is commonly used to describe the irregular changes or variations in a system or quantity.

See also: fluctuate, fluctuating, fluctuations.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,495, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.