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transiently

 

[ ˈtrænʃəntli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

temporarily

Lasting only for a short time; impermanent. Not lasting, enduring, or permanent.

Synonyms

briefly, fleetingly, momentarily, temporarily

Examples of usage

  • He was only transiently in town for a business meeting.
  • She felt transiently happy after receiving good news.

Translations

Translations of the word "transiently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transitoriamente

🇮🇳 क्षणिक रूप से

🇩🇪 vorübergehend

🇮🇩 sementara

🇺🇦 тимчасово

🇵🇱 przejściowo

🇯🇵 一時的に

🇫🇷 transitoirement

🇪🇸 transitoriamente

🇹🇷 geçici olarak

🇰🇷 일시적으로

🇸🇦 مؤقتًا

🇨🇿 přechodně

🇸🇰 prechodne

🇨🇳 暂时地

🇸🇮 začasno

🇮🇸 tímabundið

🇰🇿 уақытша

🇬🇪 დროებით

🇦🇿 müvəqqəti olaraq

🇲🇽 transitoriamente

Word origin

The word 'transiently' is derived from the adjective 'transient,' which comes from the Latin word 'transiens,' meaning 'passing over' or 'transitory.' The concept of transience has long been recognized in various philosophical and literary traditions as a fundamental aspect of existence. The idea that nothing is permanent and everything is in a state of flux is a central theme in many philosophical and religious teachings.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,612, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.