zeitlich
German
Etymology
From Middle High German zītlīch, from Old High German zītlīhho, equivalent to Zeit + -lich. Compare English tidely.
Pronunciation
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Adjective
zeitlich (strong nominative masculine singular zeitlicher, not comparable)
- (also grammar) temporal (defined by time)
- chronological (ordered by time)
- (also religion, Christianity) temporal; not eternal
- zeitliche Sündenstrafen ― temporal punishment for sin
Usage notes
- The German word does not mean “temporary, momentary”. For that use vorübergehend, kurzzeitig, etc.
Declension
Positive forms of zeitlich (uncomparable)
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