Exam: IELTS

Definition: In a way that relates to time or the timing of events.

Example: The events were temporally linked, showing how one influenced the other over time.

Definition: For a short period of time, not forever.

Example: The store will be closed temporarily for renovations.

Definition: The quality or state of lasting for a limited time; not permanent.

Example: The temporariness of the job made it difficult to plan for the future.

Definition: Something that lasts for a short period and is not permanent.

Example: The company hired temporary workers to help during the busy season.

Definition: A person or thing that is employed or used for a short period of time.

Example: The company hired several temporaries to help with the busy season.

Definition: To delay making a decision or taking action in order to gain time or avoid a confrontation.

Example: He decided to temporise rather than confront the issue directly.

Definition: The act of delaying or avoiding making a decision in order to gain time or avoid confrontation.

Example: His temporization during the meeting frustrated his colleagues who wanted a quick resolution.

Definition: To be appealing or attractive in a way that makes someone want to do something, often something that might not be good for them.

Example: The delicious smell of the cookies tempts everyone who walks by.

Definition: To attract someone to do something, often something that is not good for them, by offering something appealing or desirable.

Example: The delicious smell of the cookies tempted me to eat one before dinner.

Definition: A desire to do something that is often wrong or unwise, especially something that is enjoyable but may lead to negative consequences.

Example: She resisted the temptation to eat the entire cake by herself.

Definition: Having a strong attraction or appeal that makes someone want to do something, especially something that might not be good for them.

Example: The dessert looked so tempting that I couldn't resist having a piece.

Definition: In a way that makes someone want to do something or to have something, often something that is not good for them.

Example: The dessert looked temptingly delicious, making it hard to resist.