GRE Word List

EPHEMERAL

lasting a very short time

The meaning of the word ephemeral is lasting a very short time.

Random words

WordMeaning
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
indissolublenot dissoluble
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
camaraderiea spirit of friendly good-fellowship
adamantunshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree