Definitions

temporary

[tem-puh-rer-ee] / ˈtɛm pəˌrɛr i /

ADJECTIVE

lasting only a short while

Synonyms

STRONGEST

brief interim limited makeshift momentary provisional short-lived transitory

STRONG

acting alternate ephemeral fugitive impermanent make-do mortal passing perishable shifting short stopgap substitute summary supply temp transient volatile

WEAK

Band-Aid ad hoc ad interim changeable evanescent fleeting for the time being fugacious overnight pro tem pro tempore provisory slapdash unfixed unstable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

enduring lasting lengthy long-lived permanent

STRONG

long unabridged

Example Sentences

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The weakness in oil prices Monday offered a temporary reprieve from an overall rally that has lifted Brent crude by nearly 38% so far this month.

From MarketWatch

Monetary policy should ensure that a temporary inflation spike doesn’t turn into enduring inflationary pressures, she added.

From The Wall Street Journal

Brazil has announced temporary measures to limit fuel price increases, including suspending taxes on diesel fuel.

From Barron's

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said oil market disruptions are "temporary," as costs surge on the back of the war.

From Barron's

Also on Monday, Chinese authorities announced temporary increases to domestic gasoline and diesel prices to reflect the rise in global prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

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