Pronunciation

/təˈmɛrəri/

Definitions

Noun

• Temporary: A noun referring to something that is not permanent or lasting for only a limited time. Example: “They are staying in a temporary apartment while they look for a permanent home.”
• Adjective: Describing something that is short-lived, provisional, or intended for a brief period. Example: “The company hired temporary workers during the busy season.”

Verb

• To temporarily: To have or act in a temporary manner, on a temporary basis. Example: “The construction project will be completed temporarily closed next week for renovations.”

Phrases

• “A temporary solution” refers to a stopgap arrangement until a more permanent one can be found.
• “On a temporary assignment” means working for a limited time period.
• “Temporarily displaced” describes someone who has been moved from their usual location temporarily.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She was offered a temporary job at the museum after her regular position became unavailable.”
• Verb: “Due to the pandemic, many schools are temporarily transitioning to online learning.”
• Adjective: “The workers installed a temporary fence around the construction site.”

Synonyms

• Provisional
• Transient
• Interim
• Occasional
• Short-term
• Intermittent
• Bridge
• Crisis
• Interim (less common)