transience

noun
/ˈtrænziəns/

Meaning

The state or quality of lasting only for a short time.
The state or fact of lasting only for a short time; impermanence.

Example Sentences

The beauty of cherry blossoms lies in their transience.

The transience of youth makes it more precious.

Synonyms

impermanence, brevity, ephemerality, fleetingness, temporariness
Entry 1
impermanence, brevity, ephemerality, fleetingness
Entry 2
impermanence, fleetingness, temporariness

Antonyms

permanence, eternity, stability, endurance
Entry 1
permanence, eternity
Entry 2
permanence, stability, endurance

Collocations

transience of life, fleeting transience, beauty and transience

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