imminent
/ˈɪmɪnənt/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6183 in the learning path
即将发生的；迫近的
Definitions
adj. Expected to happen very soon.
即将发生的；迫近的
Example
The dark clouds made a heavy downpour seem imminent.
乌云密布，眼看就要下大雨了。
Coastal communities need reliable warning systems when severe flooding is imminent, allowing residents enough time to evacuate.
严重洪水即将来袭时，沿海社区需要可靠的预警系统，让居民有足够时间撤离。
Collocations
- imminent danger
- an imminent threat
- imminent collapse
Word family
- imminence (n.)
- imminently (adv.)
Synonyms
- impending
- forthcoming
Antonyms
- distant
Usage tip
强调即将发生，不等于urgent（需紧急处理）。
FAQ
- What does imminent mean?
- Expected to happen very soon.
- How is imminent pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪmɪnənt/, US /ˈɪmɪnənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
