immediate

• Beschreibt etwas, das ohne Verzögerung geschieht oder getan wird; bezieht sich auch auf etwas, das in Zeit, Raum oder Beziehung am nächsten ist.

Describes something that happens or is done without delay; also refers to something that is closest in time, space, or relationship.

1. Happening without delayA2formal

   Occurring or done at once; instant.

   Sofortig

   • The patient needs immediate medical attention.
   • She gave an immediate response to the question.
   • The fire alarm triggered an immediate evacuation.

   Synonymeexpeditiousinstantinstantaneouspromptquickrapidspeedyswift

   Antonymedelayedgradualslow

2. Nearest in time or relationshipB1formal

   Closest in terms of time, space, or relationship.

   Unmittelbar

   • Her immediate family includes her parents and siblings.
   • The immediate area around the building is restricted.
   • Our immediate concern is finding a safe shelter.

   Synonymeadjacentdirectnextproximate

   Antonymedistantfarremotesubsequent