Definitions

immediate

[ih-mee-dee-it] / ɪˈmi di ɪt /

ADJECTIVE

instantaneous; without delay

Synonyms

STRONGEST

actual prompt urgent

WEAK

at once at present time at this moment critical current existing extant first hair-trigger instant live next now on hand paramount present pressing up-to-date

Antonyms

WEAK

away distant eventually far later never

ADJECTIVE

near, next

Synonyms

STRONGEST

direct recent

WEAK

adjacent close contiguous firsthand near-at-hand nearby nearest nigh primary proximal proximate

Antonyms

WEAK

away distant eventually far later never

Example Sentences

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"And now there are none. This had an immediate impact on businesses. Companies have found themselves in a very difficult position."

From Barron's

The resolution also called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and "comprehensive, just and lasting peace."

From Barron's

The effort has drawn ire from some employees who argue that more immediate operational needs should take priority.

From The Wall Street Journal

West Ham had an immediate drop-off in their first season at London Stadium, dropping half a point per game on average.

From BBC

GPs already set aside a chunk of their daily appointments to try to ensure patients who need an immediate appointment can get one.

From BBC