temporaneamente

Temporaneamente is an Italian adverb meaning “for a limited period of time; not permanently.” It is used to describe actions, states, or conditions that are intended to last only temporarily.

Etymology and form: Temporaneamente is formed from the adjective temporaneo (temporary) with the adverbial suffix -mente. The adjective itself derives from Latin temporāneus, related to tempus, time. As an adverb, temporaneamente primarily modifies verbs or predicates to indicate temporariness rather than duration.

Usage and nuances: The word is common in both formal and everyday language. It can describe the status of services, objects, or situations that are expected to change in the near future. Examples include: Il servizio è temporaneamente offline. La pagina è temporaneamente non disponibile. La soluzione è temporaneamente valida. In technical and administrative contexts, temporaneamente is often paired with phrases like “a tempo determinato” or “in manutenzione.”

Sinonimi e contrari: A close synonym is transitoriamente. Antonyms include permanentemente or definitivamente, which express permanence rather than temporariness. In phrases, one may also use “in modo temporaneo” to emphasize the manner of temporariness.

Note: Temporaneamente typically precedes the adjective or participle it modifies and is versatile across registers, from IT and business to law and journalism. It should not be confused with temporale, which relates to time in a different sense.