immediate

• Describe algo que ocurre o se hace sin demora; también se refiere a lo más cercano en tiempo, espacio o relación.

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.

   inmediato (sin demora)

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

   Sinónimosexpeditiousinstantinstantaneouspromptquickrapidspeedyswift

   Antónimosdelayedgradualslow

2. Nearest in time or relationshipB1formal

   Closest in terms of time, space, or relationship.

   inmediato (en tiempo o cercanía)

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

   Sinónimosadjacentdirectnextproximate

   Antónimosdistantfarremotesubsequent