1. A state of satisfaction or happiness that lasts only a brief period of time before fading or being replaced by other emotions
The short-lived contentment from winning the lottery soon gave way to new worries.
O contentamento efêmero de ganhar na loteria logo deu lugar a novas preocupações.
2. Temporary satisfaction that does not provide lasting fulfillment or peace of mind
His short-lived contentment with the new job disappeared after a few weeks.
Seu contentamento efêmero com o novo emprego desapareceu após algumas semanas.