Transient
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/2
Brief Existence
Use 'transient' to describe phenomena that exist briefly and then vanish or change. The beauty of a transient moment can be captured in a photograph.
Pro Tip 2/2
Not Permanent
'Transient' emphasizes the contrast to things that are permanent or long-lasting. Our transient joy was replaced by a long-lasting sense of achievement.