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Meaning of Instantly
The primary meaning of "Instantly" is to do something immediately or without delay.
Etymology of Instantly
The word "Instantly" originates from the Old French word "instant," meaning "immediate" or "present moment," which is derived from the Latin word "instantem," the present participle of "instare," meaning "to stand upon" or "to be imminent."
Historically, "Instantly" has been used in English since the 15th century to convey a sense of immediacy or promptness.
Synonyms
immediately
instantly
straight away
right away
at once
forthwith
promptly
quickly
swiftly
speedily
rapidly
fast
briskly
hastily
hurriedly
promptly
momentarily
briefly
transiently
fugaciously
ephemeral
transitorily
suddenly
abruptly
sharply
snappily
swiftly
rapidly
fast
quickly
promptly
forthwith
straightaway
immediately
on the spot
without delay
in a flash
in an instant
like a shot
in no time
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Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "Instantly" as doing something immediately or without delay, or happening or done immediately.
- It can also imply a sense of suddenness or promptness in action or reaction.
Usage Examples
- The fire alarm went off, and the sprinkler system activated instantly.
- She answered the phone instantly, expecting it to be her friend calling.
- The new policy will be implemented instantly, affecting all employees.
- The company's stock price rose instantly after the announcement of the merger.
Antonyms
gradually
slowly
tardily
belatedly
late
delayed
postponed
deferred
put off
hesitantly
reluctantly
unwillingly
sluggishly
lazily
indolently
leisurely
casually
nonchalantly
apathetically
listlessly
torpidly
languidly
inertly
passively.