instant (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnstənt/

Definition

Happening or done immediately, without delay.

Examples

• The effect was almost instant.

• She gave an instant reply to my question.

• We need an instant solution to this problem.

How to Use instant

instant [noun] (collocation)

Used before a noun to describe something that is immediate or very quick. — "We need an instant response."

in an instant (idiom)

Very quickly; immediately. — "The car disappeared in an instant."

Synonyms of instant

Words with a similar meaning to instant:

• immediate
• quick
• prompt
• rapid

Antonyms of instant

Words with the opposite meaning to instant:

• delayed
• slow

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