adjective
Other Word Forms
- intermomentary adjective
- momentariness noun
- nonmomentariness noun
- nonmomentary adjective
Etymology
Origin of momentary
1425–75; late Middle English momentare < Latin mōmentārius. See moment, -ary
Example Sentences
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"It is really not worth it that momentary feeling of 'oh yes my skin looks lovely and tanned'. It doesn't last. It's literally a moment," she said.
From BBC
The fault caused a momentary surge in current on the four live lines running through Eaton Canyon, the company said, which may have energized the idle line.
From Los Angeles Times
Let’s chalk up your girlfriend’s comments to momentary bad judgment.
From MarketWatch
But they ultimately proved not to provide a permanent change in their fortunes, but a momentary respite.
From BBC
Commitment could not be questioned here, but Spurs were undone by momentary lapses that always risk the ultimate punishment against PSG.
From BBC
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