Meaning & use
impermanence
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The state of not lasting forever; the quality of being temporary.
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Buddhist teachings emphasize the impermanence of all things.
The artist's work often explores the impermanence of memory.
A note on using this word
Impermanence is central to many philosophical and spiritual traditions, especially Buddhism, where accepting it is linked to reducing suffering.
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transiencetemporariness
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