temporarily — for a limited period of time; not permanently
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: for a limited period of time; not permanently
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌtempəˈrerəli/
Example Sentences
- My boss is temporarily acting like a human being after getting a massage.
- The WiFi is temporarily down, forcing people to actually talk to each other.
- She is temporarily staying with her parents while looking for an apartment.
temporarily
ADVERB[/ˌtempəˈrerəli/]
for a limited period of time; not permanently
The family moved into a shelter temporarily — just until their home could be rebuilt after the fire.
The company hired workers temporarily during the busy holiday season — just for the short term.
The shelter existed temporarily — but it became necessary throughout the long recovery after the disaster.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin temporarius, meaning 'of time' or 'temporary', which itself originates from the root tempus, meaning 'time'. The word evolved through Old French and Middle English to denote something characterized by the passage of time or existing for a limited duration.
Breakdown
tempor- (time, from Latin tempus) + -ary (pertaining to, relating to) + -ly (adverb-forming suffix). Together: 'in a manner pertaining to time' or 'in a temporary manner'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss is temporarily acting like a human being after getting a massage.”
“The WiFi is temporarily down, forcing people to actually talk to each other.”
“She is temporarily staying with her parents while looking for an apartment.”
“The museum's main exhibition is temporarily relocated to the basement.”
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