IMMEDIATELY Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

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adverb

i-ˈmē-dē-ət-lē

Definition of immediately

as in promptly

without delay if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert

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immediately

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conjunction

chiefly British

as in when

just at the moment that give us a ring immediately you get back

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In the case of Google Earth and Nano Banana, only digital watermarks were used, meaning images were not immediately noticeable as AI-generated. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026 Attorney information for the teen was not immediately available. — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 However, with the final arrangements still unclear, analysts believe shipping companies may not resume transits immediately. — CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026 The class immediately scrambled to barricade the room, pushing tables and chairs against the door and turning off the lights. — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immediately

Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediately

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Then police promptly show up to their home and arrest Philip, leaving Lucy desperate for answers.

— David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
Other ways to reduce flares in the summer include wearing lightweight, breathable fabrics to minimize friction and sweat accumulation on plaques, showering promptly after sweating, and applying emollients to maintain your skin barrier.

— Teresa Maalouf, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of promptly

Adverb

Enrollment in that program is automatic for all gig workers and taxi drivers, with benefits paid for through a passenger surcharge collected instantly via fares.

— Jacob Lederman, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026
Twenty years in, there’s no denying that the city’s distinct and instantly recognizable fashion sense has impacted the way the fashion world gets dressed both on- and off-duty.

— Kelsey Stewart, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of instantly

Adverb

Company executives believe bringing fuel directly to fleet yards could remove that barrier.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
The organization does not tolerate any actions that directly contradict the values and policies of the Fraternity and holds strict rulings against members and chapters that violate Fraternity expectations and the law.

— Abby Dodge, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026

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