Definitions
- Describing something that is not permanent or long-lasting. - Referring to something that is subject to change or decay over time. - Talking about something that is not expected to last for a long time.
- Describing something that is not permanent or long-lasting. - Referring to something that is meant to last for a limited time only. - Talking about something that is intended to be replaced or changed in the future.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe things that are not permanent or long-lasting.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations or objects that are subject to change or decay over time.
- 3Both words suggest that something is not expected to last for a long time.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Impermanent is less commonly used than temporary.
- 2Duration: Temporary implies a specific duration, while impermanent does not necessarily have a defined timeframe.
- 3Intention: Temporary suggests that something is meant to be replaced or changed in the future, while impermanent does not necessarily imply a replacement or change.
- 4Connotation: Temporary has a neutral connotation, while impermanent can have a negative connotation, suggesting that something is fleeting or unstable.
- 5Scope: Temporary can refer to a wide range of situations, while impermanent is more often used to describe natural phenomena or abstract concepts.
Remember this!
Impermanent and temporary are synonyms that describe things that are not permanent or long-lasting. However, temporary implies a specific duration and suggests that something is meant to be replaced or changed in the future, while impermanent does not necessarily have a defined timeframe and can have a negative connotation.
