What is another word for Erelong?

Pronunciation: [ɪɹˈɛlɒŋ] (IPA)

Erelong is a term that is used to describe something that will happen soon or in a short time. There are several other words that can be used as synonyms for this term, including shortly, soon, imminent, impending, and approaching. These words are all commonly used to describe something that is going to happen in the near future. Other synonyms for erelong include forthwith, momentarily, presently, in a little while, and before long. Regardless of which word you choose to use to describe something that is going to happen soon, they all convey a sense of anticipation and excitement for what is to come.

What are the hypernyms for Erelong?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Erelong

"How and to whom have you had the insolence-" She stopped, overcome by passion; and Kate replied,-"To all who pleased to listen, my Lady, I have said what doubtless is not often uttered in such choice company, but what, if I mistake not greatly, their ears will grow familiar with Erelong."
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
As to the Maltese peasantry, who were thus summarily transferred from one mastership to another without being permitted any voice whatever in the matter, they naturally received the new-comers at first with considerable reservation, but were soon on friendly terms with them, and Erelong they cordially joined interests.
"The Story of Malta"
Maturin M. Ballou
Buddy's first mistrust was not long in passing, and, once Gray had penetrated his guard, the boy was won completely, the pendulum swung to the opposite extreme, and Erelong suspicion changed to liking, then to approval, and at last to open, extravagant admiration.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach

Famous quotes with Erelong

  • Over his own heart and his own thoughts he watched attentively. He knew not whither his longing was carrying him.Erelong, he no more saw anything alone. — In great variegated images, the perceptions of his senses crowded round him; he heard, saw, touched and thought at once. He rejoiced to bring strangers together. Now the stars were men, now men were stars, the stones animals, the clouds plants; he sported with powers and appearances; he knew where and how this and that was to be found, to be brought into action; and so himself struck over the strings, for tones and touches of his own.
    Novalis

Related words: words meaning 'soon', soon-to-be, future tense, soon to be past

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