1. Transitoire.
2. Passager.
ETYM Cf. French provisionnel.
Temporary; taking place while a more permanent state is awaited.
ETYM Latin temporarius, from tempus, temporis, time: cf. French temporaire.
Lasting for a time only; existing or continuing for a limited time; not permanent.
ETYM Latin tentare to try: cf. French tentatif. Related to Tempt.
1. Experimental.
2. Unsure; lacking resolution.