Definition

In a way that happens immediately and without any delay.

Example

The system responds instantaneously to user commands.

Conversation

Did you see how quickly the app updated?

Yeah, it was really impressive how it happened instantaneously.

I know, right? Technology is moving so fast these days.

Totally! It's like everything is just a click away now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Instantaneously → It is formed from "instant" (from Latin "instans", meaning immediate or present) and the suffix "-aneous" (meaning pertaining to or characterized by). The word "instantaneously" means occurring or done immediately, without any delay.

Memory Tip

Think of something happening 'immediately' ('instant') and being 'characterized by' that immediacy ('-aneous'). This helps you remember that 'instantaneously' refers to something that occurs right away.

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