ephemeral
/əˈfɛ.mə.ɹəl/adjective
1
Lasting for a short period of time.
Synonyms: evanescent, fleeting, momentary, short, short-lived, temporary, transitory, volatile
Antonyms: eternal, everlasting, permanent, timeless
2
Existing for only one day, as with some flowers, insects, and diseases.
3
(of a body of water) Usually dry, but filling with water for brief periods during and after precipitation.
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