momentarily (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌmoʊ.mənˈter.ə.li/

Definition

For a very short time; briefly, or in a moment; very soon.

Examples

• The power went out momentarily, but it came back on within a minute.

• He paused momentarily to gather his thoughts before continuing his speech.

• The store is temporarily closed for renovations and will reopen momentarily.

How to Use momentarily

momentarily closed (collocation)

Closed for a very short period of time. — "The park entrance will be momentarily closed for cleaning."

momentarily unavailable (collocation)

Not able to be used or accessed for a short time. — "The online service is momentarily unavailable."

Synonyms of momentarily

Words with a similar meaning to momentarily:

• briefly
• shortly
• presently
• imminently

Antonyms of momentarily

Words with the opposite meaning to momentarily:

• permanently
• indefinitely

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