1. Fugace.
2. Furtif. Une impression fugitive.
1. Lasting for a markedly brief time; SYN. fugitive, momentaneous, momentary.
2. Moving or passing by very swiftly.
1. Existing or enduring for a limited time only.
2. Not permanent; not lasting.
1. (Football) Of advancing the ball by throwing it; SYN. pass.
2. Allowing one to pass (e.g., an examination or inspection) satisfactorily
3. Moving by or going past
ETYM Latin transiens, -entis, p. pr. of transire, transitum, to go or pass over. Related to Trance.
1. Passing quickly; of short duration; not permanent; transitory.
2. Hasty; momentary; imperfect; brief.
3. Staying for a short time; not regular or permanent.
4. Fleeting.
ETYM Latin transitorius: cf. French transitoire. Related to Transient.
Continuing only for a short time; not enduring; fleeting; evanescent.
Personne en fuite.