Ephemeral

"Ephemeral" means lasting for a very short time or temporary. It's often used to describe something transient or fleeting. The word can be applied to a range of things, from the physical (like a rainbow) to the more abstract (like an emotion). For instance, morning dew, a shooting star, or a brief moment of happiness can all be described as ephemeral.

Ephemeral Examples

• A snowflake on your palm.
• The scent of jasmine in the evening air.
• A soap bubble's iridescent glow before it pops.
• The final note of a song echoing in a concert hall.
• The flutter of a butterfly before it moves to its next destination.
• A smile from a stranger in passing.
• The cool shade under a cloud on a sunny day.
• The first light of dawn before the sun fully rises.
• The flash of a meteor during a nighttime meteor shower.
• A giggle from an infant that's soon replaced by a curious expression.

Where Does Come From "Ephemeral" Word?

The word "ephemeral" originates from the Greek word "ephēmeros," which means "lasting only one day" or "short-lived." It is derived from "ephēmēr(a)" meaning "of a day" and has roots in the word "hēmera," which means "day" in Greek. Over time, its use in English has broadened to describe anything transient or short-lived, not just things that last a single day.