Temporariness (Noun)
Meaning
The property of lasting only a short time.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The impermanence of human life is a harsh reminder of the temporariness of all earthly things.
- The camp was a temporary solution, its temporariness reflected in the flimsy tents and makeshift facilities.
- The temporariness of their stay in the hotel was evident in the lack of personal touches in the room.
- The artist's use of ephemeral materials highlighted the temporariness of life and the fleeting nature of human experience.
- The nomadic tribe's way of life was characterized by the temporariness of their settlements, which were often abandoned after a few weeks.