CEFR B2

imminence

noun

Meaning

The state or fact of being about to happen; a threat or danger that is likely to occur soon.

Examples

The imminence of the election dominated political discussions.
We felt a sense of urgency due to the imminence of the deadline.

Synonyms: likelihood, approaching, impending, foreboding

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imminence (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪmɪnəns/

Definition

The state or fact of being about to happen; a threat or danger that is likely to occur soon.

Examples

The imminence of the election dominated political discussions.
We felt a sense of urgency due to the imminence of the deadline.
The imminence of war caused widespread panic.

Synonyms of imminence

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