AWL Sublist 9 · Academic Word

temporary

/ˈtempəreri/ Syllables: tem·po·rar·y

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Lasting for a limited time; not permanent or intended to continue indefinitely.

Synonyms

short-term interim provisional

Antonyms

permanent lasting

Translations

temporary in Arabic

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Arabic Meaning

مؤقت، عابر

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Easy Explanation (Arabic)

شيء يدوم لفترة محدودة فقط، وليس دائمًا.

Easy Explanation

Temporary means not permanent and lasting only a short time. Temporary lectureships cover staffing gaps while permanent searches remain underway.

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Memory TipTemp like temp worker — in place for a limited time only.

Contextual Examples

The library announced a temporary closure while asbestos remediation work proceeds in the basement.

Temporary visa restrictions affected international scholars scheduled to arrive for fall semester appointments.

Administrators implemented temporary grading policies during the transition to online assessment platforms.

Word Families & Pronunciation