transient — lasting only for a short time; temporary
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lasting only for a short time; temporary
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtrænziənt/
Example Sentences
- His interest in cooking was transient - it lasted only until he burned his first omelet.
- The transient beauty of cherry blossoms reminds us to appreciate the present moment.
- The city's transient population makes it difficult to build a stable community.
transient
ADJECTIVE[/ˈtrænziənt/]
lasting only for a short time; temporary
The transient rainbow vanished before she could take a photo.
The salient gradient proves all beauty is transient
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'transiens', the present participle of 'transire' meaning 'to go across' or 'to pass through'. The word combines the prefix 'trans-' (across) with the verb 'ire' (to go).
Breakdown
trans- (across) + -ient (going, from Latin ire meaning to go) = transient (passing across/temporary)
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📝Examples
“His interest in cooking was transient - it lasted only until he burned his first omelet.”
“The transient beauty of cherry blossoms reminds us to appreciate the present moment.”
“The city's transient population makes it difficult to build a stable community.”
“My motivation to exercise is unfortunately quite transient - it disappears every time I see pizza.”
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