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

Like its larger rival, the company makes computer memory, which is used by phones and PCs to store short-term data. — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 10 July 2026

All 12 men who had walked on the Moon during the Apollo missions experienced short-term respiratory problems from inhaling it. — Elijah Tan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 July 2026

The research angle is what separates lasting habits from short-term aesthetics. — Allison Palmer july 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026

The Board then unanimously moved to introduce the ordinance banning short-term rentals. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026