Pronunciation

/moʊmənt/

Definitions

• Noun: A brief period of time; a minute portion of time. For example: “Wait for a moment while I fetch my coat.”

  • Also, a particular point in time regarded as being critical or significant. Example: “This is a defining moment in history.”
  • Additionally, it can refer to a specific experience or happening, especially one that is highly emotional or meaningful. Example: “That moment when she graduated was the proudest of her life.”

• Adjective: Occurring or coming immediately before or after something else; imminent. Example: “The momentary pause before he answered revealed his uncertainty.”

Phrases

• “At this moment”: Referring to the present time. Example: “At this moment, we have all the necessary resources to start the project.”
• “Moment of truth”: A critical or decisive point, often where the truth of a situation becomes clear. Example: “The moment of truth arrives when the results are announced.”
• “In a moment”: Soon, shortly, or quickly. Example: “I’ll be with you in a moment.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She cherished every moment spent with her family.”
• Adjective: “There was a momentary lapse in concentration during the game.”

Synonyms

• Instant
• Minute
• Second
• Time
• Instance
• Period
• Juncture
• Point (in time)
• Occasion
• Interval (for the temporal sense)
• Temporary (for the adjective sense)