instant
/ˈɪnstənt/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2442 in the learning path
立即的；即时的
Definitions
adj. happening immediately, without any delay
立即的；即时的
adj. prepared very quickly, usually by adding hot water
速溶的；即食的
n. an extremely short period of time
瞬间；片刻
Example
The warm soup brought instant comfort after our walk.
散步回来后，热汤立刻让我们感到舒适。
Digital platforms provide instant access to educational resources, although reliable internet connections remain essential.
数字平台让人们即时获取教育资源，但稳定的网络连接仍然必不可少。
Collocations
- instant access
- instant results
- instant coffee
- in an instant
Word family
- instantly (adv.)
- instantaneous (adj.)
Synonyms
- immediate
Antonyms
- delayed
Usage tip
instant作形容词表示即时的；in an instant表示转眼间。
FAQ
- What does instant mean?
- happening immediately, without any delay prepared very quickly, usually by adding hot water an extremely short period of time
- How is instant pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪnstənt/, US /ˈɪnstənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
