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transitory

 

[ ˈtrænzɪtɔːri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

temporary

Lasting only for a short time; transient. Not permanent or lasting.

Synonyms

ephemeral, fleeting, temporary

Examples of usage

  • The transitory nature of fame
  • His transitory stay in the city
  • The transitory beauty of a sunset
Context #2 | Adjective

changing

Passing with time; not permanent; transient.

Synonyms

ephemeral, evanescent, transient

Examples of usage

  • The transitory nature of emotions
  • The transitory phases of life

Translations

Translations of the word "transitory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transitório

🇮🇳 क्षणिक

🇩🇪 vorübergehend

🇮🇩 sementara

🇺🇦 тимчасовий

🇵🇱 przejściowy

🇯🇵 一時的

🇫🇷 transitoire

🇪🇸 transitorio

🇹🇷 geçici

🇰🇷 일시적인

🇸🇦 عابر

🇨🇿 přechodný

🇸🇰 prechodný

🇨🇳 短暂的

🇸🇮 prehodno

🇮🇸 skammvinnur

🇰🇿 уақытша

🇬🇪 გარდამავალი

🇦🇿 müvəqqəti

🇲🇽 transitorio

Etymology

The word 'transitory' comes from the Latin word 'transitorius', which means 'passing by' or 'temporary'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to describe things that are fleeting, temporary, or not permanent.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,389, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.