Synonyms for instantaneous
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Occurring, arising, or functioning without any delay; happening within an imperceptibly brief period of time.
Example sentences
- immediate The new medicine demonstrated an immediate effect.
- instant She stirred the instant coffee and poured in milk.
- momentary He gave a momentary glance to the passers by.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| instantaneous | steady | |
| immediate | falling | |
| instant | steady | |
| momentary | rising | |
| semelfactive | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- fast1
- 5 letters
- quick1
- 7 letters
- present2, instant2
- 9 letters
- immediate4, momentary4
- 12 letters
- semelfactive
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (present2 = 2 syllables).