Temporarily: meaning, definitions and examples

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temporarily

 

[ ˈtɛmpəˌrɛrəli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a temporary manner

For a limited time only, not permanently

Synonyms

briefly, fleetingly, transitorily

Examples of usage

  • She is only temporarily staying with us until she finds her own place.
  • The road is temporarily closed for construction work.
Context #2 | Adjective

lasting for only a limited period of time

Lasting for a limited time only, not permanently

Synonyms

interim, provisional, short-term

Examples of usage

  • This solution is only temporary, we need a more permanent fix.
  • The temporary employee will be with us for the next two weeks.

Translations

Translations of the word "temporarily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 temporariamente

🇮🇳 अस्थायी रूप से

🇩🇪 vorübergehend

🇮🇩 sementara

🇺🇦 тимчасово

🇵🇱 tymczasowo

🇯🇵 一時的に

🇫🇷 temporairement

🇪🇸 temporalmente

🇹🇷 geçici olarak

🇰🇷 임시로

🇸🇦 مؤقتا

🇨🇿 dočasně

🇸🇰 dočasne

🇨🇳 暂时

🇸🇮 začasno

🇮🇸 tímabundið

🇰🇿 уақытша

🇬🇪 დროებით

🇦🇿 müvəqqəti olaraq

🇲🇽 temporalmente

Etymology

The word 'temporarily' originated from the Latin word 'temporarius', which means 'lasting for a time'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of temporary arrangements or situations has been present throughout history, as people have always needed short-term solutions for various circumstances.

See also: temporariness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,803, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.