fleeting

Meaning

Lasting for a very short time; passing quickly.

lasting for only a short time; brief; transient

lasting for a very short time

Example Sentences

Happiness can be fleeting, so cherish every moment.

The fleeting moment of happiness was soon replaced by sadness.

She had a fleeting smile before she left.

Example Expressions

fleeting moment

Synonyms

brief, momentary, transitory, temporary, short-lived, transient

Entry 1

brief, momentary, transitory

Entry 2

brief, temporary, short-lived, transient

Entry 3

brief, short-lived, momentary, transient

Antonyms

lasting, eternal, enduring, permanent

Entry 1

lasting, eternal, enduring

Entry 2

permanent, lasting, enduring, eternal

Entry 3

enduring, lasting, permanent

Collocations

fleeting moment, fleeting glance, fleeting happiness, fleeting thought, fleeting opportunity, fleeting impression

Entry 2

fleeting moment, fleeting glance, fleeting happiness

Entry 3

fleeting glance, fleeting thought, fleeting opportunity, fleeting impression