GRE Word List

TRANSITORY

of brief duration : temporary

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

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WordMeaning
disproportionlack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
couriermessenger
desperatehaving lost hope