transitory

Definition

  • adjective: lasting only for a short time
  • adjective: tending to pass away
  • synonyms: short-lived, transient, brief

Examples

  • the 'transitory' nature of earthly pleasures

  • a 'transitory' phase

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I won't return to King's Landing until I have that for you. Ah, Maester Weyland. A drinker's liver if ever I saw one. Weigh that. The triumph of transitory pleasures. Mankind's curse. Archmaester, I was wondering... What's the weight? Um, . I was wondering if you had considered my proposition. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Dragonstone Season: 7 Episode 1