momentany

/ˌmɒmənˈtɛri/ or /mʌmˈentɛri/ or /moʊmənˈtɛri/ or /moʊmənˈtɛri/

Definitions

1. adjective

lasting or existing for a very short time

“The momentary pause in the music added a sense of drama to the performance.”

2. noun

a moment of time

“She cherished the momentary peace and quiet in the stillness of the morning.”

3. adverb

for a very short time

“The flowers bloomed momentary in the warm sunlight before the cold rain came.”

Synonyms

  • ephemeral
  • temporary
  • transient

Antonyms

  • lasting
  • permanent