Momentary

Full definition of momentary

Adjective

1. Lasting for only a moment.
2. Happening at every moment; perpetual.
3. Ephemeral or relatively short-lived.
• 1907, w, The Dust of Conflict Chapter 20, Tony's face expressed relief, and Nettie sat silent for a moment until the vicar said “It was a generous impulse, but it may have been a momentary one,....”

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Derived terms

• momentarily
• momentary god

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