immediate

• Qualifie ce qui se produit ou se fait sans délai ; se dit aussi de ce qui est le plus proche dans le temps, l'espace ou la relation.

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.

   immédiat (sans délai)

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

   Synonymesexpeditiousinstantinstantaneouspromptquickrapidspeedyswift

   Antonymesdelayedgradualslow

2. Nearest in time or relationshipB1formal

   Closest in terms of time, space, or relationship.

   immédiat (dans le temps ou la relation)

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

   Synonymesadjacentdirectnextproximate

   Antonymesdistantfarremotesubsequent