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transitory Antonyms
Opposite of transitory
Pinning down the opposite of transitory requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Lasting only for a short time; not permanent or enduring.
Usage Example
"The central bank initially viewed the sudden spike in consumer prices as a permanent phenomenon rather than a long-term trend."
Strongest
permanent
enduring
lasting
perpetual
Strong
everlasting
eternal
abiding
long-lived
persistent
immortal
Similar words to transitory
Words similar to transitory shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
transient
fleeting
ephemeral
short-lived
temporary
impermanent
evanescent
momentary
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Transitory. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/transitory