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EPHEMERAL

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Ephemeral.

How to pronounce ephemeral:

US

Ephemeral - as a noun

Anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day in its winged form

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ephemeron16

Ephemeral - as an adjective satellite

Lasting a very short time

Example: "The ephemeral joys of childhood"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fugacious15passing10short-livedtransient9transitory13

Ephemeral - as an adjective

Lasting for a short period of time.

Existing for only one day, as with some flowers, insects, and diseases.

(of a body of water) usually dry, but filling with water for brief periods during and after precipitation.

Example Sentences

"The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral, lasting only a few days."
"The artist's installation was meant to evoke a sense of ephemeral wonder."
"Insects like mayflies have an ephemeral lifespan of just a few hours."
"The transient nature of clouds makes them a perfect example of ephemeral beauty."
"She captured the ephemeral moment of the sunset in her painting."
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Word Game Points

Is EPHEMERAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ephemeral is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EPHEMERAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is EPHEMERAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ephemeral is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EPHEMERAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is EPHEMERAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ephemeral is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EPHEMERAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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