Provisional
mediumpruh-VIZH-un-ul
adjective
Definition
Arranged or existing for the present, possibly to be changed later
Examples
“They reached a provisional agreement pending further negotiations.”
“The government established a provisional council.”
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GRE Tip
Provisional is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "temporary" or "interim" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "permanent".
Related GRE Words
transient
Lasting only for a short time; temporary
transitory
Not permanent; lasting only for a short time
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
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