May 15, 2026

Ephemeral

adjective

Definition

Lasting for a very short time; transitory. The word is often used to describe things that are beautiful precisely because they are fleeting.

Example Sentence

“The ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms draws millions of visitors each spring.”

Etymology

From Greek ephemeros, meaning 'lasting a day', from epi- (on) + hemera (day).

Scrabble Score

E1P3H4E1M3E1R1A1L1

EPHEMERAL scores 16 points in Scrabble.

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