immediate
/ɪˈmiː.dɪət/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Happening right away, instantly, with no delay.
Adjective
Examples
Computer users these days expect immediate results when they click on a link.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Very close; direct or adjacent.
Adjective
Examples
immediate family; immediate vicinity
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “immediate” mean?
Happening right away, instantly, with no delay.
Is “immediate” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.