Transient – only lasting a short time
(Pronounced trans-see-ent)
To remember the definition of the word transient, use the following mnemonic:
The transfer of scent (transient) was overwhelming and she hoped it would only last a short time.
Examples of transient in a sentence
My daughter seems to have only a transient interest in studying.
Many of the immigrants arriving in Greece were transient – they quickly moved on to other countries.
Jackie wished her tattoo of her ex-boyfriend was transient rather than permanent.
