Kortvarige

Kortvarige is the plural form of the Norwegian adjective kortvarig, meaning lasting only a short time. It is used to describe durations, effects, events, or conditions that are temporary rather than permanent.

Composition and form: The base form is kortvarig (meaning "short-lasting"). When describing plural nouns, the form kortvarige is used (for example, kortvarige smerter, kortvarige løsninger).

Usage: The term appears in everyday language as well as formal writing in fields such as medicine, economics, and law. For instance: kortvarige smerter (short-term pain); kortvarige avtaler (short-term agreements); kortvarige prosjekter (short-term projects). In contrast, langvarig describes something long-lasting.

Related terms and nuance: Kortvarige is close to synonyms such as midlertidig. The choice depends on emphasis; kortvarig emphasizes duration, whereas midlertidig emphasizes temporariness or provisional status.

Origin and meaning: The word is formed from kort meaning "short" and varig meaning "lasting." It conveys a temporal sense that something will not endure for a long period.

See also: kortvarig, langvarig, midlertidig.