presently

[ˈprɛz(ə)ntli]

presently Definition

  • 1in a little time; shortly
  • 2at the present time; now

Using presently: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "presently" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I will be with you presently.

  • Example

    Presently, I am working on a new project.

  • Example

    The train will arrive presently.

presently Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for presently

Phrases with presently

  • to arrive soon or shortly

    Example

    The guests will presently come to the party.

  • to be currently occupied or involved in something

    Example

    I am presently engaged in writing my thesis.

  • used to introduce a statement that is relevant to the current topic of discussion

    Example

    Presently speaking, we need to focus on the main issue.

Origins of presently

from Middle English 'presently', meaning 'immediately, at once'

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Summary: presently in Brief

'Presently' [ˈprɛz(ə)ntli] means 'in a little time; shortly' or 'at the present time; now.' It is often used to indicate something that will happen soon or to describe the current situation. For example, 'The train will arrive presently,' or 'Presently, I am working on a new project.'

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