To act evasively or indecisively in order to gain time or delay making a decision.

He tends to temporise when faced with difficult choices, never committing to a definite plan.

To adapt one's actions or attitude in order to please others or avoid conflicts.

She would temporise her opinions during political discussions to maintain harmony with her friends.

One who tends to temporise; someone who avoids taking clear positions.

In a crisis, she revealed her true nature as a temporise, never willing to make firm decisions.