instantly Meaning & Definition
/ˈɪnstəntli/
What Does Instantly Mean?
As an adverb, instantly means At once; without delay. It is also used to mean Urgently; with insistence.
Instantly in Brief
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɪnstəntli/ |
| Synonyms | forthwith, immediately and instantaneously |
Instantly Definition (Adverb)
- At once; without delay.
When the neighbours' dog barked, ours instantly replied with a howl.
- Urgently; with insistence.
- At the same time.
Synonyms of Instantly
forthwithimmediatelyinstantaneouslyat oncestraightawaydirectlyoutrightright awayin a flashin real timenow
Instantly synonyms and antonyms →Instantly in a Sentence
When the neighbours' dog barked, ours instantly replied with a howl.
Word Forms & Grammar
instantly (not comparable)
instantly
Origin of Instantly
From instant + -ly.