Fleeting

/ˈflitɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

lasting for a very short time; transient.

The fleeting moment of beauty took her breath away.

passing swiftly; ephemeral.

He caught a fleeting glimpse of the rare bird as it flew by.

passing through; not permanent.

Their fleeting happiness was overshadowed by the impending challenges.

Derived from the verb 'fleet', meaning to pass swiftly.

fleeting moment

A brief, ephemeral instance or experience.

fleeting glance

A quick look that does not last long.

fleeting thought

A brief idea that comes and goes quickly.

transience

The condition of not lasting long; brief existence.

ephemera

Things that exist or are used or enjoyed for only a short time.

momentary

Lasting for a very short time; brief.

A quick hookup or fling.

They had a fleeting that lasted just one night.

Something enjoyable but not lasting.

The party was a fleeting good time.