Synonyms for

Temporarily

Verb / ˌtempɜ:ˈerʌli: / Another word for temporarily — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

for a limited time; not permanently

Synonyms & similar words

permanently briefly fleetingly intermittently momentarily occasionally shortly sporadically transiently transitionally transitorily provisionally conditionally temporarily tentatively impermanently transient ephemeral evanescent fugitive fleeting

Synonyms by register

Formal

provisionally transiently interimly for the time being

Informal

for now for a bit for a while short-term

Literary

fleetingly momentarily

Antonyms

permanently forever everlastingly enduringly constantly steadily continuously

Common collocations

  • temporarily closed
  • temporarily suspended
  • temporarily unavailable
  • temporarily out of stock
  • temporarily disabled
  • temporarily stored
  • temporarily relieved

Word family

noun temporary
adjective temporary

Usage note

This adverb indicates something is not permanent. It is often used in contexts of services, availability, or states of being.

Example sentences

  1. I will temporarily close my store until the storm passes.
  2. He was temporarily blinded by the bright light.
  3. The construction will temporarily affect traffic in the area.
  4. She will temporarily take over the CEO's responsibilities while he is on vacation.
  5. The power outage was only temporarily, and it was fixed in a few hours.

Quotes

  • "Our lives are not determined by what happens to us but by how we react to what happens, not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst, a spark that creates extraordinary results." - Wade Boggs
  • "I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying." - Michael Jordan
  • "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." - Thomas Edison

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