provisional
UK: prəˈvɪʒənl | US: prəˈvɪʒənl
adj. temporary or conditional, subject to change or confirmation
adj. serving as a provisional measure; interim
The word "provisional" originates from the Latin provisio (a foreseeing or providing), derived from providere (to foresee, supply). The morpheme provis reflects the act of providing or preparing, while -ion turns it into a noun, and -al converts it into an adjective. Over time, "provisional" evolved to describe something arranged temporarily, emphasizing its conditional nature until further confirmation.
The committee issued a provisional agreement pending final approval.
She was given a provisional driver's license valid for six months.
The team made provisional plans in case of bad weather.
Provisional results suggest a close election outcome.
This is just a provisional solution until we find a permanent fix.