Adjectives of Duration

to give someone essential information or instructions about a particular subject or task

Before the meeting, the manager will brief the team on the agenda and key discussion points.

existing for a limited time

He took on a temporary job while he looked for a permanent position.

lasting for only a short period of time

He experienced a momentary feeling of panic when he couldn't find his keys, only to realize they were in his pocket all along.

lasting or existing for a small amount of time

The joy of childhood is often described as ephemeral, fleeting away as one grows older.

moving in a high speed

The fleet deer leaped gracefully through the forest.

having a very short duration

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

existing for a short time

The fugitive moments of happiness in her life were cherished dearly.

being the final one in a sequence

We missed the last train home, so we had to call a taxi.

(of a thing) having existed or been in use for a significant period of time

Our family's longtime tradition of gathering every Sunday remains intact.

ongoing continuously without stopping

He complained about the perpetual noise from the construction site.

to allow the presence or actions of someone or something disliked without interference or complaint

The employees had to endure long working hours during the busy season to meet the project deadline.

continuing or taking place over a relatively extended duration of time

Long-term planning is essential for achieving sustainable growth in any business.

lasting for a long time or continuing indefinitely

His perennial optimism helped him weather life's challenges.

continuing or existing forever

Love is often described as an eternal bond that transcends time and space.

unable to get undone, removed, or reversed

The ink from the pen left a permanent mark on the page, making it impossible to edit.

continuing for an indefinite period without end

Their love was an everlasting bond that nothing could break.

relating to a time span of a thousand years

The ancient ruins provide insights into millennial civilizations.

to approach a specific place, object, or person and move past them

He gave me a smile as he passed.

fading out of existence, mind, or sight quickly

The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, with its vibrant colors vanishing as night fell.

lasting for only a brief period

The transitory nature of childhood makes it precious and fleeting.

to make something last longer in time than it would naturally

She prolonged her vacation by an extra week.

not precisely or clearly defined, stated, or known

The instructions were so indefinite that many participants struggled to complete the task correctly.

lasting for a duration of one hour

They enjoyed an hour-long conversation over coffee.

lasting for the duration of a full year

They embarked on a year-long journey around the world.