Definition

The condition of being temporary or not lasting long.

Example

The transitoriness of youth makes it a precious time in life.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the transitoriness of life?

Yeah, it's kind of wild to think about how quickly things change.

Exactly! Sometimes I wish we could hold onto moments forever.

Me too! But I guess that transitoriness makes them special.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transitoriness → It is formed from "transitory" (from Latin "transitorius", meaning passing or temporary) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "transitoriness" refers to the state of being temporary or fleeting.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'passing' ('transitory') and remember that 'transitoriness' means the quality of being temporary.

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