Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Word of the Day

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ephemeral

adjective

Definition

Lasting for a very short time; transitory

Etymology

From Greek ephēmeros "lasting only a day", from epi "upon" + hēmera "day"

Usage Examples

"The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral, lasting only a few weeks each spring."

"Social media trends are often ephemeral, fading as quickly as they appear."

"Morning dew is an ephemeral phenomenon that disappears with the rising sun."

Did You Know?

The word "ephemeral" beautifully captures the fleeting nature of life's most precious moments, reminding us to appreciate beauty while it lasts.

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