Misleading wordAges 15–20Momentarily
For a moment; very briefly.
The lights flickered momentarily during the storm.
Not this
In a moment; very soon.
✗ (In British usage) The doctor will see you momentarily.
Remember: In American English 'very soon' is normal. In India and the UK, 'for a moment' is the safer meaning.
Short lessonMisleading wordsSome words mean something quite different from what they seem to say.