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Meaning
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Verb
To float and drift unstably on the surface of water.
vi Chiếc thuyền nhỏ nổi nênh giữa sóng nước mênh mông.
en The small boat was drifting unstably amidst the vast waves.
Adjective
Describing something that is currently floating on the surface of water or another liquid.
vi Con thuyền nhỏ vẫn đang nổi nênh giữa dòng sông.
en The small boat is still afloat in the middle of the river.
Describing a situation or state that is not stable, certain, or safe, and is likely to change.
vi Cuộc sống của họ trở nên nổi nênh sau khi công ty đóng cửa.
en Their lives became uncertain after the company closed down.