fleeting

Word Type: Adjective

Definition

short or quick.

Example

  • “She caught a fleeting glimpse of the shooting star before it disappeared.”
  • “Happiness can sometimes feel fleeting, but it’s important to cherish the moment.”
  • “The actor enjoyed a fleeting moment of fame before fading into obscurity.”
  • “The memory of that summer was fleeting, but it still made her smile.”
  • “Their fleeting encounter left a lasting impression on him.”

Synonym

brief
ephemeral
evanescent 
fugitive 
momentary
passing
short-lived
transient 
transitory