Fluctuate
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verb
Definition
To rise and fall irregularly in number or amount
Examples
“Stock prices fluctuate daily based on market conditions.”
“Her mood seemed to fluctuate throughout the day.”
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GRE Tip
Fluctuate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "oscillate" or "vacillate" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "stabilize".
Related GRE Words
vacillate
To waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive
mutable
Liable or subject to change or alteration
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
exacerbate
To make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse
catalyst
A person or thing that precipitates an event or change
affect
To have an influence on; to produce a change in (verb); emotional expression (noun in psychology)
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