Synonyms for

Temporal

Verb / ˈtempɜ:ʌl / Another word for temporal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to time or the temple (anatomy)

Synonyms & similar words

temporalrole secular unworldly worldly chronological historical timely time-based time-bound time-honored timeless transient fleeting ephemeral momentary passing evanescent transitory fleeting brief short-lived impermanent intermittent occasional

Synonyms by register

Formal

transient temporary ephemeral momentary

Informal

short-lived fleeting passing

Literary

mortal earthly worldly

Antonyms

eternal timeless perpetual everlasting infinite ageless

Common collocations

  • temporal lobe
  • temporal bone
  • temporal displacement
  • temporal paradox
  • temporal distortion
  • temporal evolution
  • temporal marker

Word family

noun temporality
adverb temporally

Usage note

Primarily used in academic or scientific contexts, especially in neuroscience and physics. Avoid using it for everyday concepts of time unless specifically contrasting with 'eternal' or 'timeless'.

Example sentences

  1. The clock measures temporal intervals.
  2. The temple was a sacred place.
  3. The temporal bone is part of the human skull.
  4. She was interested in temporal art.
  5. The temporal relationship between the two events is unclear.

Quotes

  • Time and tide wait for no man.
  • Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana.
  • The future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever he does, whoever he is.

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