temporal — relating to time or existing for a limited time
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to time or existing for a limited time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtempərəl/
Korean meaning: 시간의, 일시적인
Korean pronunciation: **템**퍼럴
Example Sentences
- My grandmother always said money is temporal, but embarrassing dance moves are eternal.
- The temporal power of the medieval church was as strong as its spiritual influence.
- Scientists study temporal patterns in climate change to predict future weather.
temporal
ADJECTIVE//ˈtempərəl//
relating to time or existing for a limited time
Worker demolishes the temporal old building as new construction rises
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Federal power and mineral treasures are merely temporal measures
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Origin
From Latin 'temporalis', derived from 'tempus' meaning 'time'. The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin, originally used in religious contexts to distinguish worldly/secular matters from spiritual ones.
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“My grandmother always said money is temporal, but embarrassing dance moves are eternal.”
“The temporal power of the medieval church was as strong as its spiritual influence.”
“Scientists study temporal patterns in climate change to predict future weather.”
“The doctor examined the temporal region after the patient complained of headaches.”
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