transient
tran
ˈtræn
trān
sient
ʒənt
zhēnt
British pronunciation
/tɹˈænsi‍ənt/

Definition & Meaning of "transient"in English

transient
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The transient nature of youth reminds us to cherish each moment.
02

present, active, or working in a place for a short, fleeting period before moving on

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The hotel mainly caters to a transient workforce, with guests staying for just a few days.
03

causing an effect or producing results that extend beyond its own immediate occurrence or existence

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The transient nature of the storm caused flooding, affecting areas far beyond the initial downpour.
3.1

(of a thought, decision, or mental process) effecting outside the mind, influencing the external world or other people

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The philosopher argued that transient mental acts, like choosing to help someone, lead to changes in the physical world.
Transient
01

a brief, momentary fluctuation or spike in current, voltage, or frequency within an electrical circuit or system

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The power supply experienced a transient, causing a brief flicker in the lights.
02

someone who is temporarily staying in a place for short time before moving on

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The hotel was mostly occupied by transients passing through the city for business.
03

a person who is temporarily working in a particular place

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As a transient, he worked various short-term jobs across different states.
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