ephemeral

adjective

UK/ɪˈfem.ᵊr.ᵊl/
US/ɪˈfem.ɚ.ᵊl/

Definitions of ephemeral adjective

  1. lasting for a very short period of time

    • In this era of rapid technological advancement, the life cycle of many products seems very ephemeral.

    • The artist tried to capture the ephemeral beauty of the sunset, preserving it for eternity.

    • The joyful moments of youth always feel so ephemeral.