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TRANSIENT

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Transient.

How to pronounce transient:

US

Transient - as an adjective

Of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
transeunt

Transient - as a noun

One who stays for only a short time

Example: "Transient laborers"

(physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load

Transient - as an adjective satellite

Lasting a very short time

Example: "The ephemeral joys of childhood"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ephemeralfugaciouspassingshort-livedtransitory

Example Sentences

"He lived a transient life, moving from city to city."
"The transient nature of the job made it difficult to settle down."
"The tourist made only a transient stop in the small town."
"The transient feeling of happiness soon faded away."
"The transient beauty of the sunset took their breath away."
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Word Game Points

Is TRANSIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, transient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TRANSIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is TRANSIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, transient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRANSIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is TRANSIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, transient is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRANSIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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