volatile
adjective
evaporating rapidly; passing off readily in the form of vapor.
semivolatile
-
a word derived from
volatile.
Example Sentences
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The main concerns now are the contamination of homes, soil and water, primarily from volatile organic compounds and semivolatile organic compounds, known as VOCs and SVOCs.
From Salon ● Feb. 28, 2023
