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Meaning of Moment
A brief period of time or a particular point in time
Etymology of Moment
The word "moment" comes from the Latin "momentum", meaning movement or motion, which is derived from "movere", meaning to move
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a brief period of time or a particular point in time
Historically, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings, including a stage or period in a process, a feeling of great excitement, and a point of great importance
Synonyms
instant
minute
second
hour
time
period
span
interval
juncture
occasion
point
stage
phase
juncture
spell
space
while
bit
flash
glimpse
twinkling
breath
trice
tick
beat
pulse
momentary
fleeting
transient
ephemeral
brief
short
temporary
provisional
interim
transitory
fugitive
passing
temporary
impermanent
short-lived
fugacious
Definitions
- A brief period of time
- A particular point in time
- A stage or period in a process or development
- A feeling of great excitement or importance
Usage Examples
- The moment of truth arrived when the judge announced the verdict
- The firework exploded at the moment it was lit
- This is a moment of great opportunity for the company
- The moment she walked into the room, everyone turned to look at her