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Which word best describes something that is short-lived or transient?

A Enduring
B Permanent
C Ephemeral
D Eternal

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

"Ephemeral" means lasting for a very short time. Options A, B, and D all suggest permanence or long duration, making C the correct definition.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which word best describes something that is short-lived or transient?" is Option C: Ephemeral.

The other options — A) Enduring, B) Permanent, D) Eternal — are incorrect for this GRE Exam Prep question. As explained above: "Ephemeral" means lasting for a very short time. Options A, B, and D all suggest permanence or long duration, making C the correct definition.

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