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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“We have a temporary disagreement, but I think that the relationship between the U.S. and Spain is closer than ever,” Sánchez told the Journal.

From The Wall Street Journal

But a temporary restraining order issued Wednesday by a Michigan judge ordered the supplier to resume shipments.

From The Wall Street Journal

The owner of a former illegal landfill site in east London which repeatedly catches fire has refused permission for the local council to implement its own temporary solution.

From BBC

That cycle—expression, validation, temporary relief—can be powerful.

From The Wall Street Journal

Vivo Energy Kenya, which distributes Shell products and services in Kenya, said on Thursday that increased demand had resulted in "temporary stock-outs" at some of its service stations.

From BBC

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