immediately

Definition

  • adverb: with no person or thing in between
  • adverb: in direct connection or relation
  • synonyms: instantly, forthwith, straightway

Examples

  • The cause of the problem was not 'immediately' clear. [=is was not known right away]

  • They live in the house 'immediately' [='directly'] behind this one.

  • We need to leave 'immediately'. [='at once', 'right away']

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Where are you getting "pants" from? You know what I want! Hi, this is Lord Business' assistant. He would like you to come to his office immediately. - Thanks. - You are welcome, sir. - Disable the shield. - Now. - Searching for Albanian restaurants. (..)
    2014 The Lego Movie
  • (..) ...work site closes at , it's a hard-hat area only. That's not official safety orange. "If you see anything weird, report it immediately." Where are you going? Miss! I didn't mean to scare you! I'm sor... What do I do? I don't have my instructions. Touch the Piece. (..)
    2014 The Lego Movie