Synonyms of momentarily

momentarily

adverb

ˌmō-mən-ˈter-ə-lē 

as in shortly

at or within a short time

we'll be finished momentarily

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shortly
• soon
• immediately
• now
• presently
• promptly
• instantly
• before long
• instantaneously
• directly
• by and by
• forthwith
• straightaway
• anon
• incontinently
• right now
• right off
• right away
• straightway
• pronto

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of momentarily

Later today, skywatchers across Europe and the Arctic will have the chance to experience a total solar eclipse, as the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth, plunging daylight momentarily into darkness. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Aug. 2026

All but two people — one client and one guide who had momentarily fallen behind the group because of an equipment issue — were buried by the wall of snow that came off the mountain. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026

People within the path of totality experience a total solar eclipse, which unfolds when the skies go momentarily dark as the sun disappears behind the moon’s shadow. — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Despite being momentarily interrupted by some lightening, the Dolphins — and most importantly tight end Greg Dulcich — are back outside. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026