Word a Day
transitory
What does transitory mean?
transitory (adjective): lasting only a short time; temporary.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you pronounce transitory?
/ˈtɹænzəˌtɔɹi/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does transitory come from?
From Middle French transitoire, from Old French, from Latin trānsitōrius.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What are synonyms of transitory?
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
Test yourself: do you know “transitory”?
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What does “transitory” mean?
having or expressing strong emotions
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not allowed; specifically disallowed
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tending to cure or restore to health
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lasting only a short time; temporary
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Which word is closest in meaning to “transitory”?
jealous
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neutral
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diverse
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passing
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