Basic Details
Word: Immediate
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Happening or done without delay; instant.
Synonyms: Instant, prompt, swift
Antonyms: Delayed, slow, later
Idioms and Phrases
- Immediate attention: Used to indicate that something needs to be looked at right away. Example: "The teacher said that the student's question required immediate attention."
- Immediate effect: This means something takes place right away. Example: "The new rules will take immediate effect from next week."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The doctor advised that we seek immediate treatment for the injury.
Example 2: Please respond to the email with immediate effect to avoid any issues.
Example 3: The fire alarm required the immediate evacuation of the building.
Fun Fact
The word "immediate" comes from the Latin word "immediatus," which means "not in the middle." This reflects the idea of something occurring right away without anything in between.
Famous Quote
"The immediate effect of the alarm was to rouse the whole neighbourhood." James Hogg
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "immediate" mean?
a) Slow and gradual
b) Happening without delay
c) Far away
d) Uncertain
Answer: b) Happening without delay
2. Which of these is a synonym of "immediate"?
a) Delayed
b) Instant
c) Gradual
d) Slow
Answer: b) Instant
3. Which word is an antonym of "immediate"?
a) Quick
b) Prompt
c) Delayed
d) Swift
Answer: c) Delayed
4. Which sentence uses "immediate" correctly?
a) The immediate thunder frightened the children.
b) Lets take our time to find an immediate solution.
c) His response required immediate attention.
d) She waited for an immediate response.
Answer: c) His response required immediate attention.
5. Which idiom relates to "immediate"?
a) Take your time
b) Immediate effect
c) Beat around the bush
d) In the nick of time
Answer: b) Immediate effect
