immediate
/ɪˈmiːdiət/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #3207 in the learning path
立即的；即时的
Definitions
adj. Happening or needed now, without any delay.
立即的；即时的
adj. Closest in space, time, or relationship.
最近的；紧邻的
adj. Directly connected to something, without anything coming between.
直接的
Example
The leaking pipe needs immediate attention before the kitchen floods.
这根漏水的管子需要立即处理，免得厨房被淹。
Governments should take immediate action to protect communities facing severe water shortages during prolonged droughts.
政府应立即采取行动，保护那些在长期干旱中面临严重缺水的社区。
Collocations
- immediate action
- immediate response
- immediate family
- immediate surroundings
Word family
- immediately (adv.)
- immediacy (n.)
Synonyms
- instant
Antonyms
- delayed
Usage tip
immediate是形容词；修饰动词用immediately。
FAQ
- What does immediate mean?
- Happening or needed now, without any delay. Closest in space, time, or relationship. Directly connected to something, without anything coming between.
- How is immediate pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈmiːdiət/, US /ɪˈmiːdiət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
