Definition

Happening right away or without delay; very close in distance or time.

Example

We need an immediate solution to this problem.

Conversation

Did you get an immediate response from the team about the project?

Not yet, but I expect to hear back soon.

I really hope they give us an immediate answer so we can move forward.

Yeah, waiting is the worst, especially when deadlines are tight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immediate → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "medius" (meaning middle). The word "immediate" refers to something that is not in the middle, or in other words, something that occurs without delay or is direct.

Memory Tip

Think of something that happens 'not in the middle' — 'in-' means not, and 'medius' means middle. This helps you remember that 'immediate' means something that happens right away.

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