Temporarily

/ˈtɛmpəˌrɛrili/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

for a limited period of time; not permanently.

The library will be closed temporarily for renovations.

in a way that lasts for a short time.

She is living in her friend's house temporarily while searching for a new apartment.

on a provisional basis.

The company has hired staff temporarily to handle the increased workload during the holiday season.

for the time being.

We will keep the old system running temporarily until the new one is fully operational.

for the moment.

The construction is temporarily halted due to unforeseen circumstances.

From Latin 'temporarius', meaning 'of time, temporary'.

temporarily out of service:

not currently functioning, expected to return soon.

temporarily relocated:

moved to a different location for a short duration.

For now

I'll be in this apartment for now, but I'm looking to buy a house.

Just until further notice

This job will be just until further notice, while I search for something permanent.