Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
short-lived
adjective
/ˈʃɔːrt ˌlɪvd/
Definition
Existing or occurring for a brief period of time.
Examples
- The flower’s beauty is short-lived, blooming for only a few weeks.
- Fashion trends can be short-lived, often changing with the seasons.
- They enjoyed a short-lived romance that ended before summer.
Meaning
The term ‘short-lived’ refers to something that does not last long, whether it’s an event, a trend, or a living thing.
Synonyms
- brief
- temporary
- fleeting
- transitory
- ephemeral
