Momentous
Of great importance or consequence; having a significant and lasting impact.
adjectiveMomentous
Of great importance or consequence; having a significant and lasting impact.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a small town voting on funding a new hospital. The moment the vote passes, thousands gain access to care and the town's future changes for decades to comeβthis is a momentous decision in their history.
Sounds Like
Pronunciation: /ΛmoΚΛmΙn.tΙs/ (MOH-men-tuss); emphasizes the second syllable.
Looks Like
Looks like 'moment' + '-ous'; often confused with 'momentary'.
Remember This
Momentous describes events or decisions with lasting significance. It is not used for everyday or trivial matters.
Other Forms
Connect With
significant, consequential, pivotal, historic, weighty, earth-shaking
Note
Use momentous for turning-point events, breakthroughs, or decisions with long-term impact. It is stronger than 'significant' and closer in meaning to 'historic' or 'consequential'. Avoid applying it to minor achievements.