
instantaneous
/ˌɪnstənˈteɪniəs/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #5485 in the learning path
瞬间发生的;即时的
Definitions
adj. Happening immediately, with no noticeable delay.
瞬间发生的;即时的
Example
The relief was almost instantaneous when I removed my shoes.
我一脱下鞋,几乎立刻就感觉轻松了。
Modern communication networks allow almost instantaneous exchanges of information between researchers working on different continents.
现代通信网络让不同大洲的研究人员几乎能够即时交换信息。
Collocations
- an instantaneous response
- instantaneous communication
- almost instantaneous
Word family
- instantaneously (adv.)
- instant (n.)
- instantly (adv.)
Synonyms
- immediate
- instant
Antonyms
- delayed
- gradual
Usage tip
强调几乎没有时间间隔,不等于同时发生。
FAQ
- What does instantaneous mean?
- Happening immediately, with no noticeable delay.
- How is instantaneous pronounced?
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