as in immediate
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
the thunder following the flash of lightning was nearly instantaneous
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of instantaneous
The band’s eponymous debut was recorded mere weeks after the four members of the band played in a room together for the first time, and their musical chemistry was instantaneous.
—
Al Shipley, SPIN, 19 Feb. 2025
Grant cancellations are tantamount to instantaneous salary cuts for scientists, and can force them to halt studies, fire staff, and tell participants that their time and effort may have been wasted.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Global communication is now virtually instantaneous.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Many are drawn to the tangible, intentional nature of film as digital technology has made photography instantaneous.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for instantaneous
Al Shipley, SPIN, 19 Feb. 2025
Grant cancellations are tantamount to instantaneous salary cuts for scientists, and can force them to halt studies, fire staff, and tell participants that their time and effort may have been wasted.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2025
Global communication is now virtually instantaneous.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Many are drawn to the tangible, intentional nature of film as digital technology has made photography instantaneous.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for instantaneous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instantaneous
Adjective
-
Far from being a costly premium, waterless technologies like CO₂ dyeing deliver immediate, measurable operational value.—
Ken Katz,
Sourcing Journal,
5 May 2025
-
So, the immediate impact would be fairly significant.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
Adjective
-
Hill’s apprehension dissolved when Wooden not only picked up as Hill spoke his name on the answering machine but also asked him to visit, leading to an instant reconnection.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2025
-
Coleman instant tent with 1-minute setup: $225 The Coleman instant tent can be set up in just a minute with just a couple of poles.—
Christopher Murray
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Instantaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instantaneous. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share