momentary

[ˈmoʊmənˌteri]

momentary Definition

• 1. lasting for only a very short time
• 2. happening in a moment; instant

Using momentary: Examples

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

• Example

  The power outage was only momentary.

• Example

  She felt a momentary pang of regret.

• Example

  The athlete broke the world record with a momentary burst of speed.

momentary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for momentary

• fleeting
• transient
• brief
• ephemeral
• short-lived

Antonyms for momentary

• permanent
• enduring
• eternal

Phrases with momentary

• momentary lapse of judgment

  a brief period of poor decision-making or lack of judgment

  Example

  He had a momentary lapse of judgment and said something he immediately regretted.

• momentary pleasure

  a brief feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction

  Example

  Eating ice cream gave her a momentary pleasure, but it didn't solve her problems.

• momentary distraction

  a brief interruption of attention or focus

  Example

  The loud noise outside caused a momentary distraction, but she quickly regained her concentration.

Origins of momentary

from Latin 'momentarius', meaning 'of a moment'

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Summary: momentary in Brief

The term 'momentary' [ˈmoʊmənˌteri] describes something that lasts for only a very short time or happens in an instant. It can refer to fleeting feelings like 'She felt a momentary pang of regret,' or brief events like 'The power outage was only momentary.' 'Momentary' is often used in phrases like 'momentary lapse of judgment' or 'momentary distraction.'