instantaneous
Translation
instantaneous, immediate
Examples
Death was almost instantaneous.
Death was almost instantaneous.
We received an instantaneous response to our query.
We received an instantaneous response to our query.
Grammar Patterns
((an instantaneous sth.)) happening or done immediately. Death was almost instantaneous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: immediate, prompt, swift; Antonyms: delayed, slow, gradual
Etymology
From Latin 'instans' (present, pressing). It combines 'instant' with the adjectival suffix '-aneous', meaning 'relating to'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'instant' camera flash – the light is instantaneous, happening in a moment.