C1adjectiveformalbusinesspolitics
US/ˈɪn.tər.ɪm/
UK/ˈɪn.tər.ɪm/
temporary, used for a short period until something permanent is ready
In context
An interim manager will lead the team until a new one is hired.
The interim report shows that sales have risen by ten percent.
The interim government promised to hold elections within a year.
Words that go with interim
adjective + noun
- interim reportThe interim report is due at the end of June.
- interim CEOThe board named an interim CEO after the resignation.
- interim measureThe ban is only an interim measure.
- interim governmentThe interim government took power after the coup.
- interim periodDuring the interim period, staff work from home.
- interim resultsThe firm will publish its interim results in August.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The interim in the contract was one year.Correct: The interim period in the contract was one year.