Synonyms for

Moments

Verb / ˈməʊmʌnts / Another word for moments — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A very brief period of time; an instant or a second.

Synonyms & similar words

hereandnow mo moment bit consequence second instant import minute inconsequence presentmoment instant second jiffy twinkle flash nanosecond microsecond millisecond

Synonyms by register

Formal

instants junctures periods intervals

Informal

secs bits while jiffies

Literary

breaths flashes glimpses

Antonyms

eternities ages eons infinity permanence forever

Common collocations

  • precious moments
  • fleeting moments
  • special moments
  • difficult moments
  • in moments
  • for moments
  • a few moments
  • these moments

Word family

noun moment
adjective momentary
adverb momentarily

Usage note

While 'moments' can refer to brief periods of time, it is often used figuratively to describe significant or memorable experiences, not just short durations.

Example sentences

  1. The athlete waited for the perfect moment to jump over the hurdle.
  2. The artist captured the beautiful moment in her painting.
  3. The teacher used the teachable moment to explain the concept.
  4. The actor's performance was a moment of brilliance.
  5. The child's first steps were a proud moment for the parents.

Quotes

  • Life is a succession of moments, to live each one is to succeed. - Corita Kent
  • The moment you give up is the moment you let someone else win. - Kobe Bryant
  • The past is a place of reference, not a place of residence; the past is a place of learning, not a place of living. - Roy T. Bennett

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