Pronunciation: /ˈɪnstənt/
noun a very short period of time
A1 I love using instant noodles for a quick meal.
A2 She always carries instant coffee in her bag for emergencies.
B1 The instant messaging feature on the app allows us to communicate in real-time.
B2 I prefer instant oatmeal over traditional oats for breakfast.
C1 The company offers instant feedback to employees to improve performance.
C2 The scientist developed an instant cure for the virus outbreak.
adjective happening or done immediately
A1 I made instant noodles for dinner because I was too tired to cook.
A2 She sent an instant message to her friend to let them know she was running late.
B1 The instant coffee machine in the office is a lifesaver on busy mornings.
B2 The app provides instant access to all your files on the cloud.
C1 The company offers instant feedback on performance evaluations to help employees improve.
C2 The new software allows for instant updates to be pushed out to all users simultaneously.
formal The instant the alarm went off, the security team sprang into action.
informal I'll be there in an instant, just finishing up something quickly.
slang I need that report ASAP, like instantaneously.
figurative His charisma was so powerful, it was like an instant magnet drawing people towards him.
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