temporary

Definition

  • adjective: continuing for a limited amount of time
  • adjective: lasting for a limited time
  • synonyms: temporal, momentary, short-lived

Examples

  • The drug will give you 'temporary' relief from the pain.

  • The settlers built 'temporary' shelters.

  • The delay is only 'temporary'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) sure knows how to make an entrance. GANTHET: Until a new Oa can be constructed... ...Mogo has been kind enough to serve as our temporary base. Once again, the diversity of the corps has proven to be its greatest asset... ...whether it be represented by a planet... (..)
    2011 Green Lantern: Emerald Knights