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
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
concorda state of agreement : harmony
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
sophistphilosopher
igneousformed by solidification of magma
venturesomeinclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)