momentary

adjective
/ˈmoʊmənˌteri/

Meaning

Lasting for only a short time.

Example Sentences

There was a momentary silence in the room.

Synonyms

brief, short-lived, fleeting, temporary, passing

Antonyms

permanent, lasting, eternal

Collocations

momentary pause, momentary silence, momentary lapse, momentary distraction

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