Synonyms for instantaneous
| Grammar : Adj |
| Spell : in-stuhn-tey-nee-uhs |
| Phonetic Transcription : ˌɪn stənˈteɪ ni əs |
Définition of instantaneous
Origin :- 1640s (implied in instantaneously), formed in English from Medieval Latin *instantaneus, from instantem (see instant (n.)) on model of spontaneous. Related: Instantaneousness.
- adj immediate
- No tumult followed this wide and instantaneous emancipation.
- Extract from : « The Works of Whittier, Volume VII (of VII) » by John Greenleaf Whittier
- This brought the doctor's glance to his face, and the result was instantaneous.
- Extract from : « The Slave Of The Lamp » by Henry Seton Merriman
- One that was instantaneous in its effect; of which he wanted very little.
- Extract from : « Life And Adventures Of Martin Chuzzlewit » by Charles Dickens
- The effect of this challenge was instantaneous and almost ludicrous.
- Extract from : « The Law-Breakers » by Ridgwell Cullum
- The love of honour turns to love of money; the conversion is instantaneous.
- Extract from : « The Republic » by Plato
- The effect of this announcement was instantaneous and electric.
- Extract from : « Cap'n Warren's Wards » by Joseph C. Lincoln
- The chemical changes described in (a), (b), and (c) are not instantaneous.
- Extract from : « The Automobile Storage Battery » by O. A. Witte
- This according and instantaneous grimace Lydia found engaging.
- Extract from : « The Prisoner » by Alice Brown
- To make this change more effective, too, it is instantaneous.
- Extract from : « Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. » by Charles James Lever
- When the doctor entered the room he saw how it was with instantaneous insight.
- Extract from : « The Doctor's Family » by Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant
Antonyms for instantaneous
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