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 Whittingham’s departure last December has altered the short-term outlook of his legacy at the school. — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Leaders say the goal is to move beyond short-term emergency measures and make lasting changes that reduce water demand. — Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Pros Highly competitive promotional rates on short-term CDs Membership only requires joining the American Consumer Council and making a $5 savings account deposit. — Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026

While low-hanging fixes such as efficiency improvements can be self-funded through short-term debt, major infrastructure upgrades like industrial heat pumps or electric boilers require payback periods of five to 10-plus years. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026