16+ Synonyms for Temporary & Similar Words
Definition of temporary
- adjective
- not permanent; not lasting; "politics is an impermanent factor of life"- James Thurber; "impermanent palm cottages"; "a temperary arrangement"; "temporary housing"
- lacking continuity or regularity; "an irregular worker"; "employed on a temporary basis"
- noun
- a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "temporary"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like ephemeral, episodic, evanescent can replace "temporary" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 16 alternatives available, "temporary" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Temporary" in song lyrics
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"it ain't a perm it's a temporary"
Arrested Development — Africa's Inside Me -
"mary mary never temporary"
Coolio — Mary Jane (I'm in Love With) -
"Everything you need is temporary"
Fieldy f/ Jonathan Davis — Just For Now
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- What are synonyms for temporary?
- Synonyms for temporary include: ephemeral, episodic, evanescent, fugacious, impermanent, improvised, interim, irregular, makeshift, passing, and 6 more.
- How many synonyms does temporary have?
- Temporary has 16 synonyms.