Word: Immediate

Pronunciation

/ɪˈmiːdiət/

Definitions

• Adjective: Occurring or acting without any apparent delay; instantaneously. For example: “She had an immediate response to the emergency situation.”
• Adjective: Directly next to or touching something; not separated by anything else. For example: “The patient was taken to the immediate care unit.”
• Adjective: Belonging to the present time and moment; current. For example: “Immediate action is required to address this issue.”

Phrases

• Immediate family: Refers to one’s closest relatives, such as parents, siblings, and children.
• In the immediate aftermath: Describes the period of time immediately following an event.
• Immediate vicinity: The area that is very close by or surrounding a specific location.

Example Sentences

• Adjective (instantaneous): “The manager demanded an immediate solution to the problem.”
• Adjective (next to): “The house has a beautiful garden in its immediate surroundings.”
• Adjective (current): “We need to focus on our immediate priorities before looking ahead.”

Synonyms

• Instant
• Quick
• Swift
• Immediate effect
• Prompt
• Without delay
• Direct
• Adjacent
• Contiguous