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wotw: ephemeral

word of the week: ephemeral
word of the week: ephemeral

Pronunciation: ih-fem-uh-ruhl

 

Definition: lasting for a very short period of time, fleeting, or transient.

 

Part of speech: Adjective


Synonyms: transient, short-lived, fleeting, momentary, temporary, evanescent, brief, passing, transitory


Antonyms: permanent, enduring, lasting, eternal, perpetual, constant, timeless, everlasting, enduring

 

Example: The beauty of a blooming flower is ephemeral, as it will wither away in just a few days.

 

"Ephemeral" is commonly used to describe things or experiences that are temporary or short-lived. It can refer to events, emotions, objects, or phenomena that exist for a brief moment and then disappear. For example, the changing colors of a sunset, the fleeting nature of happiness, or the brief fame of an internet meme are all considered ephemeral

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