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interim

 

[ˈɪn.tər.ɪm ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

temporary

Existing or carried on between two other points, stages, or places. In the meantime; until a permanent solution can be found. Serving as a temporary measure or short-term solution.

Synonyms

provisional, stopgap, temporary, transitional.

Examples of usage

  • The company appointed an interim CEO while they searched for a permanent replacement.
  • The interim government was tasked with restoring order until elections could be held.
  • We need an interim solution to address the immediate issue before implementing a long-term plan.
Context #2 | Noun

position

A temporary or provisional arrangement or appointment. A period of time between events or stages.

Synonyms

acting, make-shift, provisional.

Examples of usage

  • She served as the interim director of the department until a permanent hire could be made.
  • The team had to work together during the interim between the old manager leaving and the new one arriving.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'interim' comes from Latin, meaning 'meanwhile' or 'in the meantime'.
  • It entered the English language in the 15th century, reflecting the concept of something temporary.
  • Related words like 'intermediate' and 'intervene' also share Latin roots, linking them to ideas of being in between.

Business

  • In business, an 'interim' manager is hired to fill a leadership role temporarily, often during a transition.
  • Companies might use 'interim' measures in crisis management to stabilize operations quickly.
  • Interim positions are commonly seen in non-profit organizations during major transitions, like leadership changes.

Politics

  • Interim governments can be established in a country during a transition period until formal elections are held.
  • Many nations have relied on interim authorities to manage affairs while constitutionally necessary changes are made.
  • The use of interim measures is crucial in political stability to ensure continuity of services and governance.

Education

  • Interim assessments in schools evaluate student performance periodically between main tests to gauge progress.
  • Educators may implement interim curricula while waiting for revised standards to be adopted.
  • Schools may appoint interim principals during leadership changes, ensuring that educational leadership continues without interruption.

Translations

Translations of the word "interim" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interino

🇮🇳 अंतरिम

🇩🇪 vorläufig

🇮🇩 sementara

🇺🇦 тимчасовий

🇵🇱 tymczasowy

🇯🇵 暫定的

🇫🇷 intérimaire

🇪🇸 interino

🇹🇷 geçici

🇰🇷 임시의

🇸🇦 مؤقت

🇨🇿 prozatímní

🇸🇰 dočasný

🇨🇳 临时的

🇸🇮 začasni

🇮🇸 bráðabirgða

🇰🇿 уақытша

🇬🇪 დროებითი

🇦🇿 müvəqqəti

🇲🇽 interino

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,575 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.