transient
9 points
English
9 letters
Uncommon
Commonness #24,643
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
(physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load
adjective
of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/tɹˈænʒʌnt/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural transients
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
of a mental act
lasting a very short time
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Antonyms
Antonyms — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).