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.

Random words

WordMeaning
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
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
overweeningarrogant
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike