Evanescent
(adjective)
Tending to disappear or fade quickly, especially like a vapor.
Origin:
From the latin word "evanescens" meaning "fading away".
Examples:
- The evanescent fragrance of roses filled the air.
- The memory of their first kiss was evanescent and soon forgotten.
- The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, lasting only for a few minutes.
- The evanescent nature of the phenomenon made it difficult to study.
- The evanescent success didn't last long and soon faded away.