GRE Word List

TRANSIENT

passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory

The meaning of the word transient is passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory.

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WordMeaning
enduringlasting
purgatoryan intermediate state after death for expiatory purification
corpusthe body of a human or animal especially when dead
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
attentivemindful
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful