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- [in-stuh nt-lee]
- /ˈɪn stənt li/
- /ˈɪn.stənt.li/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-stuh nt-lee]
- /ˈɪn stənt li/
Definitions of instantly word
- adverb instantly immediately; at once. 1
- adverb instantly urgently. 1
- adverb instantly at once 1
- adverb instantly immediately; at once 0
- adverb instantly urgently or insistently 0
- adverb instantly in an instant; without delay; immediately 0
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Origin of instantly
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1375-1425; See origin at instant, -ly
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Instantly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
instantly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for instantly
adv instantly
- instantaneously — occurring, done, or completed in an instant: an instantaneous response.
- immediately — without lapse of time; without delay; instantly; at once: Please telephone him immediately.
- directly — in a direct line, way, or manner; straight: The path leads directly to the lake.
- right away — in accordance with what is good, proper, or just: right conduct.
- forthwith — immediately; at once; without delay: Any official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith.
adverb instantly
- promptly — done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay: a prompt reply.
- rapidly — occurring within a short time; happening speedily: rapid growth.
- suddenly — happening, coming, made, or done quickly, without warning, or unexpectedly: a sudden attack.
- straightaway — straight onward, without turn or curve, as a racecourse.
Antonyms for instantly
adv instantly
- later — occurring, coming, or being after the usual or proper time: late frosts; a late spring.
adverb instantly
- gradually — taking place, changing, moving, etc., by small degrees or little by little: gradual improvement in health.
- eventually — In the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems.
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