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Immediately Definition & Meaning

immediately
adverb
  1. without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening; "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!"
  2. near or close by; "he passed immediately behind her"
  3. bearing an immediate relation; "this immediately concerns your future"

"Immediately" in song lyrics

See how immediately is used in real songs:

  • "But those that oppose to this, then immediately"
    415 f/ Brotha Broski, Icee B — Ruthless is Reality
  • "Investigate immediately"
    7L & Esoteric — Graphic Violence
  • "you know the steelo, immediately"
    Big Noyd — All Pro

Usage tips for "immediately"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "immediately" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for immediately to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does immediately mean?
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening; "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!" near or close by; "he passed immediately behind her" bearing an immediate relation; "this immediately concerns your future"
What part of speech is immediately?
Immediately is an adverb.
How many definitions does immediately have?
Immediately has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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