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temp

The word “temp” has 1 syllable: temp

It's pronounced as /tɛmp/

What is synonym and antonym for temp?

In the thesaurus, “temp” has 35 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for temp along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for temp

Antonyms for temp

  • boss
  • employer
  • gaffer
  • superior
  • supervisor

Meanings of temp

  • noun
    1. Abbreviation of tempore.
    2. A temporary employee, usually in an office.
    3. A temporary storage location.
    4. A measure of cold or heat, often measurable with a thermometer.
    5. An elevated body temperature, as present in fever and many illnesses.
    6. A property of macroscopic amounts of matter that serves to gauge the average intensity of the random actual motions of the individually mobile particulate constituents. http//arxiv.org/pdf/physics/0004055.
    7. The state or condition of being tempered or moderated.
    8. The balance of humours in the body, or one's character or outlook as considered determined from this; temperament.
  • verb
    1. To work as a temporary employee.
  • adjective
    1. Not permanent; existing only for a period or periods of time.
    2. Existing only for a short time or short times; transient, ephemeral.

Example Sentences

  • She worked as a temp while searching for a permanent position.
  • The company hired a temp to cover the receptionist's maternity leave.
  • As a temp, he had to adapt quickly to different office environments.
  • They called in a temp to help during the holiday rush.
  • The temp impressed the team and was offered a full-time job.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to temp, such as: assistant, associate, boss, cog, colleague, coworker, drudge.

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