Presently

9 lettersadverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

At the current time or moment; now or in the near future. In some contexts, it can mean soon or after a short time.

“The doctor is presently attending to another patient but will see you shortly.”

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Contains 'PRES' root and '-ENTLY' suffix; watch for double 'E'

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