Synonyms of short-term

short-term

adjective

ˈshȯrt-ˌtərm 

as in temporary

intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time

this is only a short-term solution to a long-term problem

Synonyms & Similar Words

• temporary
• interim
• provisional
• transitional
• alternate
• impermanent
• provisionary
• provisory
• acting
• transitory
• makeshift
• ad interim
• conditional
• expedient
• intermediate
• ephemeral
• proxy
• fleeting
• limited
• tentative
• substitute
• intermediary
• short-range
• short-lived
• improvised
• qualified
• terminable
• terminate
• contingent
• fugitive
• replaceable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• permanent
• long-term
• final
• fixed
• unlimited
• unconditional
• settled
• lasting
• unqualified
• set
• long-range
• extended
• eternal
• standing
• perpetual
• enduring
• endless
• everlasting
• unending
• immortal
• timeless
• undying
• deathless
• dateless

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of short-term

But in the short-term, West Ham will continue their pre-season preparations in upcoming games against Southend United (a), Stevenage Town (a), Rangers (a) and Magdeburg (a). — Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Spain or Argentina will win the FIFA World Cup on Sunday, but another victor from the tournament is short-term rentals. — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 18 July 2026

The Whole30 diet is considered a restrictive, short-term eating plan that eliminates nearly all foods besides healthy fats, vegetables and lean proteins. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

The tax, a 6% surcharge on hotel rooms, home-sharing rentals and other short-term lodging, is on track to soar past $400 million in a fiscal year for the first-term ever if tourism numbers continue close to the current pace. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026