GRE Word List

TRANSITORY

of brief duration : temporary

The meaning of the word transitory is of brief duration : temporary.

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WordMeaning
dapperneat and trim in appearance
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
expostulationan act or an instance of expostulating
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
miasmaa vaporous exhalation formerly believed to cause disease
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
aliasotherwise called : otherwise known as
dina loud continued noise