transitory
/ˈtrænzɪtɔːri/
tran · si · to · ry
ˈtræn · zɪ · tɔː · ri
English Definition
adj. temporary; fleeting; brief
Significado en Español
transitorio
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tạm thời
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Example Sentence
Life is by nature transitory.
生命本质上是短暂的。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
trans-(over) + itory→ temporary, momentary
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “transitory”:
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A
permanent
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B
lasting
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C
fleeting
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D
eternal
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C — fleeting.
“transitory” means adj. temporary; fleeting; brief
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In his speech, the mayor acknowledged that the improvements to the park were __________ and would need further work next year.
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A
permanent
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B
transitory
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C
stable
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D
constant
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B — transitory.
“transitory” means adj. temporary; fleeting; brief
Common questions about “transitory”
What does “transitory” mean?
transitory — adj. temporary; fleeting; brief. In Chinese: 短暂的；暂时的.
How do you pronounce “transitory”?
transitory is pronounced /ˈtrænzɪtɔːri/. It breaks into 4 syllables: tran · si · to · ry.
How do you use “transitory” in a sentence?
Life is by nature transitory. (生命本质上是短暂的。)
What are synonyms for “transitory”?
temporary, fleeting — all close in meaning to transitory (adj. temporary; fleeting; brief).
Is “transitory” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. transitory appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “transitory”?
trans-(over) + itory→ temporary, momentary
