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Thu, 19 March 2026

Ephemeron

Meaning:
Something that lasts for a very short time

Explanation:
An ephemeron is a thing or event of fleeting nature, transient and temporary. The word can be used to describe something that is passing or momentary, like a temporary feeling or a short-lived trend.

History:
From the Greek word 'ephėmeros', meaning 'lasting only for a day', the word 'Ephemeron' has been used in English since the 17th century.

Examples:
  1. "The firefly's glow was a perfect example of an ephemeron, lasting only for a few seconds"
  2. "Social media trends can be ephemerons, disappearing from public consciousness in just a week"
Synonyms:

Transient, Temporary, Fleeting

Antonyms:

Perpetual, Lasting, Enduring