Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

transitory

adjective
/ˈtræn.zɪ.tɔːr.i/
Definition
Temporary; not permanent.
Examples
  • The joy of the moment was transitory, fading quickly into memory.
  • She understood that their happiness was transitory, but she cherished it nonetheless.
  • Transitory trends often come and go, leaving only a faint mark on history.
Meaning
Something that lasts for a short period of time.
Synonyms
  • temporary
  • brief
  • fleeting
  • ephemeral
  • short-lived