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
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural
fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
immunenot susceptible or responsive