B2
momentary vs momentous
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| momentaryadjective/ˈmoʊ.mən.ter.i/ | Meaning lasting for a very short time only | Goes with momentary lapse | Example There was a momentary silence before the audience began to clap. |
| momentousadjective/moʊˈmen.təs/ | Meaning very important because of what happens or what it leads to | Goes with — | Example Moving to a new country was a momentous decision for our family. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
A silence filled the room.