How to spell EPHIMERAL correctly?

The correct spelling for "ephimeral" is actually "ephemeral". This adjective describes something that is short-lived or fleeting. Common suggestions for correcting this misspelling include using spell-check, consulting a dictionary or seeking the help of a friend or colleague.

• ephemera As I cleaned out my grandparents' attic, I came across a box filled with old letters, photographs, and other ephemera from their youth.
• ephemeral The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral, as they only bloom for a short time each year.

Putrefication

• nitrification
• petrifaction
• purification
• putrefaction
• putrification
• vitrification