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Definition of transitoriness

transitoriness

/ˈtræn.zɪ.tɔː.ri.nəs/
tran · si · to · ri · ness
Adverb:transitorily
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Adjective:transitory
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1

The state or quality of being transitory; impermanence or brief duration.

Example

"The poet often reflected on the transitoriness of youth and earthly beauty."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'transitory' plus the native suffix '-ness'. 'Transitory' derives via Anglo-French from Late Latin 'transitorius' (passing away, having a passage through), from Latin 'transire' (to go across or pass over).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Transitoriness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/transitoriness
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