Meaning: Lasting only for a short time; temporary.
Hindi: क्षणिक, अस्थायी
Synonyms: temporary, fleeting, brief, ephemeral
Antonyms: permanent, lasting
Asked in: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) · SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL · SSC CGL 2024 T-1 · SSC CGL 2023 T-1 · SSC CGL 2022 T-1 · SSC GD 2022 T-1
transient in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL Antonyms
Select the most appropriate word opposite in meaning (ANTONYM) to the underlined word in the given sentence.
Human life is transient.Answer & explanation
Answer: A) permanent
The most appropriate antonym (opposite in meaning) of the underlined word "transient" in the sentence is:
permanent
Transient means something that is temporary or short-lived, while permanent means something that is lasting or enduring. Therefore, "permanent" is the opposite of "transient."
The other options don't directly oppose "transient":
• Timid means shy or lacking courage, which is unrelated to the meaning of "transient."
• Thrifty refers to being careful with money, unrelated to the idea of time or duration.
• Tranquil means peaceful or calm, which also doesn't serve as an opposite to "transient."
So, the correct antonym is "permanent." - SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) Synonyms
Choose the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
TransientAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Temporary
Meaning: transient = lasting only a short time, passing *(क्षणिक, अस्थायी)*.
*Transient joy* fades quickly.
temporary = lasting for a limited time *(अस्थायी)* — the same sense.
Why the others are wrong.
#B permanent = lasting for ever *(स्थायी)* — the antonym.
#B lasting = enduring for a long time *(टिकाऊ)* — opposite sense.
#B eternal = without end *(शाश्वत)* — the extreme opposite.
Answer: Temporary
*Transient shares its root with transit — something only passing through.* - SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Most of the things in life are transient.Answer & explanation
Answer: D) Permanent
Answer: Permanent
Solution:
• The word transient means lasting only for a short time; temporary (क्षणिक / अस्थायी).
• The antonym of transient is permanent, meaning lasting or intended to last indefinitely (स्थायी).
• Option analysis:
• Toxic – poisonous (विषैला) – unrelated
• Boring – dull or uninteresting (उबाऊ) – unrelated
• Fleeting – passing quickly (क्षणिक) – synonym, not antonym
• ✅ Permanent – opposite meaning, correct antonym
✅ Therefore, the correct antonym is Permanent. - SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
TransientAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Temporary
Correct Answer: Temporary
Explanation:
The word "transient" means lasting for only a short time; not permanent (क्षणिक या अस्थायी).
Let’s evaluate the options:
• Temporary ✅ – means lasting for a limited time (अस्थायी), which is the correct synonym.
• Trap ❌ – means a device to catch or block something (जाल), unrelated.
• Transform ❌ – means to change in form or appearance (बदलना), not the same meaning.
• Transmit ❌ – means to send or pass something from one place/person to another (प्रसारित करना), unrelated.
✅ So, the correct synonym of "transient" is "temporary."
Examples
- “Fame can be transient, so stay humble.”
transient – questions
What is the meaning of transient in Hindi?
transient means “क्षणिक, अस्थायी” in Hindi. In English: Lasting only for a short time; temporary.
What are the synonyms of transient?
Synonyms of transient: temporary, fleeting, brief, ephemeral.
What is the opposite of transient?
Antonyms of transient: permanent, lasting.
Has transient been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – transient has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level), SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL, SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC GD 2022 T-1.