Provisory

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹoʊˈvɪsˈɔɹi/

Provisory (adjective)

  1. lasting for a short time until something permanent is arranged
  2. depending on certain conditions being met

Examples

  • The arrangement is provisory until further notice.
  • They set up a provisory shelter for the night.

Common collocations: provisory arrangement, provisory shelter, provisory contract, provisory agreement

Synonyms of Provisory

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Provisory

  • When describing something lasting indefinitely.