temporary adjective
Meaning: lasting for a limited time only
Hindi: अस्थायी
Synonyms: short-term, provisional, transient, momentary
Antonyms: permanent, lasting
Asked in: SSC CGL 2019 T-2
temporary in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2019 T-2 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
TEMPORARYAnswer & explanation
Answer: C) Lasting
✅ Correct Answer: Option C (Lasting)
Type: Antonym
TEMPORARY – lasting for a short time (अस्थायी).
Meanings
• Lasting – permanent, long-lasting (स्थायी) → opposite. ✓
• Momentary / Interim / Transitory – synonyms of temporary.
Examples from the daily editorials
- “Only temporary home guards were posted at the busy pandal.”
Beyond Religiosity: Lessons from the Kolkata Pandal Tragedy 20 Oct
temporary – questions
What is the meaning of temporary in Hindi?
temporary means “अस्थायी” in Hindi. In English: lasting for a limited time only
What are the synonyms of temporary?
Synonyms of temporary: short-term, provisional, transient, momentary.
What is the opposite of temporary?
Antonyms of temporary: permanent, lasting.
Has temporary been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – temporary has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2019 T-2.