ephemeral — lasting for a very short time; transitory
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lasting for a very short time; transitory
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfemərəl/
Korean meaning: 아주 짧은 시간 동안만 지속되는; 일시적인
Korean pronunciation: 이-페-머-럴 (강세: 페)
Example Sentences
- His fame was as ephemeral as a viral TikTok video.
- The rainbow appeared for an ephemeral moment after the storm.
- My motivation to exercise is ephemeral - it vanishes as soon as I see the gym.
ephemeral
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈfemərəl//
lasting for a very short time; transitory

The beauty is ephemeral, shining for a moment before it disappears.
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Things ephemeral fade, but memories eternal stay
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Origin
From ancient Greek 'ephemeros' meaning 'lasting only a day,' originally referring to mayflies that live for just one day. The Greeks used this word to describe anything short-lived or temporary.
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“His fame was as ephemeral as a viral TikTok video.”
“The rainbow appeared for an ephemeral moment after the storm.”
“My motivation to exercise is ephemeral - it vanishes as soon as I see the gym.”
“Youth is ephemeral, so enjoy it while it lasts.”
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