GRE Word List

EPHEMERAL

lasting a very short time

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

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felicitythe quality or state of being happy
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
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occidentwest
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
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terminationend in time or existence : conclusion
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monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
blemishto spoil by a flaw