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immanently

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ɪˈmænəntli/

KK: /ɪˈmænəntli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that is inherent or existing within something, rather than coming from outside.


Example

The artist expressed her emotions immanently through her paintings.


Conversation
Sloth A
I feel like good things are coming my way soon.
Sloth B
That's great! Do you think they will happen immanently?
Sloth A
Yeah, I have this strong feeling that change is just around the corner.
Sloth B
I hope so! It’s always exciting when life shifts like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intrinsically
essentially
naturally
Antonyms
externally
superficially
artificially
Root Explanation

Immanently is formed from "immanens" (from Latin, meaning remaining within) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something that exists or operates within a certain context or environment.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'remains within' — 'immanens' means to stay inside, and '-ly' indicates the manner of being. This helps you remember that 'immanently' refers to something that exists or operates from within.

Visually Confused Words
imminently
impermanently
unimmanent
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