Temporary, a.
Etymology: [L. temporarius, fr. tempus, temporis, time: cf. F. temporaire.]
Lasting for a time only; existing or continuing for a limited time; not permanent; as, the patient has obtained temporary relief. Temporary government of the city. Motley. Temporary star. (Astron.) See under Star.
Shades of meaning
Fernald has no entry of its own for temporary; he lists it under transient.
Where he writes about it:
A thing is transient which in fact is not lasting; a thing is transitory which by its very nature must soon pass away; a thing is temporary (L. tempus, time) which is intended to last or be made use of but a little while; as, a transient joy; this transitory life; a temporary chairman. — from transient