Transitory

/ˈtræn.zɪ.tɔːr.i/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

lasting only for a short time; temporary.

The enjoyment of fame can be transitory, fading quickly once the spotlight shifts.

Not permanent; ephemeral.

They lived in a transitory phase of their lives, constantly moving from one city to another.

Related to or characterized by transience.

The artist's work often reflected the transitory nature of beauty and youth.

From Latin 'transitorius', from 'transire' meaning 'to go across'.

transitory phase

A temporary period in a process or development.

transitory nature

The quality of being temporary or short-lived.

transitory life

Life characterized by its temporary experiences.

ephemeral

Lasting for a very short time.

temporary

Not permanent; lasting for a limited period.

fleeting

Lasting for a very short time; quick to pass.

A momentary feeling or event.

That summer romance was just a transitory fling.

Something that won't last.

Don't get too attached, it's just a transitory craze.