Basic Details
Word: Transitory
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Lasting for only a short time; temporary.
Synonyms: Temporary, fleeting, ephemeral
Antonyms: Permanent, lasting, enduring
Idioms and Phrases
- This too shall pass: A phrase used to remind someone that their current situation is temporary. Example: "When she felt sad, her friend said, 'This too shall pass,' helping her to feel better."
- Fleeting moment: A brief period that does not last long. Example: "We enjoyed the fleeting moment of happiness before the storm arrived."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The beauty of a sunset is transitory, lasting only a few minutes before night falls.
Example 2: Their friendship was transitory, as they soon went their separate ways after college.
Example 3: Time spent on holiday can feel transitory, but the memories created last a lifetime.
Fun Fact
The word "transitory" comes from the Latin word "transitorius," which means "passing over," indicating something that does not stay for long.
Famous Quote
"The only thing that lasts is the memory of how we made others feel." Maya Angelou
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "transitory" mean?
a) Lasting forever
b) Lasting for only a short time
c) Very important
d) Unusual and rare
Answer: b) Lasting for only a short time
2. Which of these is a synonym of "transitory"?
a) Permanent
b) Fleeting
c) Lasting
d) Endless
Answer: b) Fleeting
3. Which is an antonym of "transitory"?
a) Momentary
b) Temporary
c) Permanent
d) Brief
Answer: c) Permanent
4. Which sentence uses "transitory" correctly?
a) The transitory rain lasted for just one hour before the sun came out.
b) The transitory mountain stood tall for many years.
c) The transitory holiday was celebrated in December each year.
d) The transitory rock was admired by many for its strength.
Answer: a) The transitory rain lasted for just one hour before the sun came out.
5. Which idiom suggests that something is temporary?
a) This too shall pass
b) A needle in a haystack
c) All bark and no bite
d) Caught between a rock and a hard place
Answer: a) This too shall pass
