Instantly

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnstəntli/

Definitions of instantly

adverb Instantly is an adverb that describes an action happening immediately or without delay.

Example Sentences

A1 She pressed the button and the light turned on instantly.

A2 He sent a text message and received a reply instantly.

B1 The new software allows users to edit photos instantly.

B2 The musician's performance captivated the audience instantly.

C1 The CEO's decision to invest in new technology paid off instantly.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research was instantly recognized by the academic community.

Examples of instantly in a Sentence

formal The new software allows users to instantly access their files from any device.

informal I instantly knew I had made a mistake as soon as I hit send on the email.

slang She instantly ghosted him after their first date.

figurative His words instantly cut through her like a knife.

Grammatical Forms of instantly

• past tense: instantly
• plural: instantlys
• comparative: more instantly
• superlative: most instantly
• present tense: instantly
• future tense: will instantly
• perfect tense: have instantly
• continuous tense: is instantly
• singular: instantly
• positive degree: instantly
• infinitive: to instantly
• gerund: instantly
• participle: instantly

Origin and Evolution of instantly

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'instantly' originated from the Latin word 'instantaneus', which means 'occurring or done in an instant'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'instantly' has retained its original meaning of happening immediately or without delay.