fluctuate

Meaning

To rise and fall irregularly in number or amount; to vary.

Examples

• The stock market tends to fluctuate wildly during times of economic uncertainty.
• Her mood can fluctuate depending on how much sleep she's had.

Pronunciation: /ˈflʌktʃueɪt/

How to Use fluctuate

fluctuate between X and Y (prepositional phrase)

To vary within a specific range. — "The patient's blood pressure fluctuated between 120/80 and 140/90."

fluctuate with (prepositional phrase)

To change in relation to something else. — "Energy demand often fluctuates with the seasons."

Synonyms of fluctuate

Words with a similar meaning to fluctuate:

• vary
• waver
• oscillate
• vacillate

Antonyms of fluctuate

Words with the opposite meaning to fluctuate:

• stabilize
• remain constant