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 upcoming SpaceX IPO could cause temporary downward pressure on Tesla shares as investors may shift funds.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He subsequently made temporary moves to Chelsea and Aston Villa, with his final match for United coming in August 2023.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The VA has appealed a federal court order requiring it to provide about 2,500 new units of temporary and permanent housing on the campus.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

A judge in Texas issued a temporary injunction that will let him back onto the field this season for the Red Raiders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

They moved into a temporary home as peace talks took place in Paris.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis

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