What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fugacious
Example
The fugacious beauty of the sunset left us in awe. [fugacious: adjective]
Example
The joy of childhood is fugacious and should be cherished. [fugacious: adjective]
ephemeral
Example
The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral, lasting only a few weeks. [ephemeral: adjective]
Example
The fame of many celebrities is ephemeral, lasting only for a short time. [ephemeral: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ephemeral is more commonly used than fugacious in everyday language, especially in scientific or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fugacious and ephemeral?
Ephemeral is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while fugacious is typically associated with a more formal tone and is less commonly used in everyday language.
