Temporaire
Example: Cette solution temporaire ne résout pas le problème fondamental.
Definition
"Temporaire" refers to something lasting for a limited or short period, not permanent or intended to last indefinitely. It describes a state or condition that is provisional or interim, such as a temporary solution or arrangement that eventually changes or ends.
Etymology
The word "temporaire" comes from the Latin 'temporarius,' meaning 'of or pertaining to time,' derived from 'tempus,' which means 'time.' Did you know? The term highlights the concept of something tied closely to time, emphasizing its limited duration.
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"Temporaire" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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