Ephemeral
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Brief Existence
Ephemeral describes something with a lifespan or relevance that is very brief, possibly unexpected. The fame of internet celebrities can be ephemeral.
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Often Figurative
Used metaphorically to emphasize the fleeting nature of time, experiences, or phenomena. Youth's ephemeral joys quickly fade as we age.
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Not Negative
Doesn't imply a negative judgment, it just states the short duration of something. Ephemeral trends can still have lasting impacts.