ephemeral
Definitions
Etymology
Usage
1.
Lasting for a very short time.
"May our joy be as ephemeral as a morning dream."
2.
(Biology) Having a very short life cycle.
"Ephemeral plants complete their life cycle in days."
3.
Existing only briefly; fleeting.
1.
A plant that completes its life cycle rapidly.
Synonyms
fleeting
transient
short-lived
momentary
evanescent
brief
passing
Antonyms
permanent
enduring
lasting
eternal