instantaneous

see definition of instantaneous

adjimmediate

Synonyms for instantaneous

adj immediate

Antonyms for instantaneous

briefer

adjective. short in time

instant

adjective. immediate, urgent

presto

adjective. quickly

prompt

adjective. early, responsive

Word Origin & History

1640s (implied in instantaneously), formed in English from Medieval Latin *instantaneus, from instantem (see instant (n.)) on model of spontaneous. Related: Instantaneousness.

Example Sentences for instantaneous

No tumult followed this wide and instantaneous emancipation.

This brought the doctor's glance to his face, and the result was instantaneous.

One that was instantaneous in its effect; of which he wanted very little.

The effect of this challenge was instantaneous and almost ludicrous.

The love of honour turns to love of money; the conversion is instantaneous.

The effect of this announcement was instantaneous and electric.

The chemical changes described in (a), (b), and (c) are not instantaneous.

This according and instantaneous grimace Lydia found engaging.

To make this change more effective, too, it is instantaneous.

When the doctor entered the room he saw how it was with instantaneous insight.

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Antonyms for instantaneous

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briefer

instant

momentary

presto

prompt

Synonyms for instantaneous

brief