Synonyms for

Immediately

Verb / ˌɪˈmi:ˌdi:ʌtli: / Another word for immediately — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

at once; instantly; without delay

Synonyms & similar words

straightaway instantly now rightaway atonce likeashot forthwith straightoff directly instantly promptly directly instantaneously quickly speedily swiftly straightaway

Synonyms by register

Formal

promptly forthwith instantly expeditiously

Informal

right away ASAP straight away on the spot

Literary

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Antonyms

later eventually afterward subsequently delayed gradually

Common collocations

  • immediately after
  • immediately following
  • immediately available
  • act immediately
  • respond immediately
  • immediately apparent
  • immediately below
  • immediately above

Word family

adjective immediate
adverb immediately

Usage note

Often used to emphasize urgency. Can sometimes be redundant when used with words like 'now' (e.g., 'immediately now' is usually unnecessary).

Example sentences

  1. I need you to come here immediately.
  2. The doctor responded immediately to the patient's needs.
  3. The teacher corrected the student's mistake immediately.
  4. The fire department responded immediately to the emergency call.
  5. I will call you back immediately after the meeting.

Quotes

  • The opportunity for brotherhood presents itself every time you meet a human being. You immediately grasp its significance.
  • I was court-martialled in my absence, and sentenced to death in my absence, so I said they could shoot me in my absence.
  • I usually make up my mind about a man in ten seconds; and I very rarely change it.

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