momentarily Definition
- 1for a very short time; briefly
- 2in a moment; very soon
Using momentarily: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "momentarily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The power went out momentarily.
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I'll be with you momentarily.
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She paused momentarily before answering the question.
momentarily Synonyms and Antonyms
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Origins of momentarily
from Latin 'momentarius', meaning 'of a moment'
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Summary: momentarily in Brief
'Momentarily' [ˌmoʊmənˈtɛrəli] means for a very short time or briefly, and also in a moment or very soon. It is often used to describe a temporary situation or a brief pause, as in 'The power went out momentarily.' 'Momentarily' is a formal term that can be replaced by 'briefly' or 'transiently' in more informal contexts.