INSTANTER Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

instanter

adverb

in-ˈstan-tər

Definition of instanter

as in immediately

without delay as soon as I had called out that answer, I instanter knew that it was wrong

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Attorney Matthew Farley urged the judge to dismiss the case and immediately release his client.

— ERIC TUCKER, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
The city did not immediately respond to ABC News' request on potential toxins first responders were exposed to in the aftermath or allegations by agencies at the time that the air was safe.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of immediately

Adverb

To compete for high-demand talent rather than settling for available candidates, employers must respond promptly, establish transparent hiring timelines and minimize delays between steps.

— Audrey Payne, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
Instead, Ott promptly began his journey home again after pulling off the road.

— Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of promptly

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Pair it with jeans, dresses, midi skirts—pretty much anything, really—for an instantly polished look that adds an extra layer of warmth without taking up precious space in your luggage.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2026
Then, instantly, everything changed for everyone, everywhere.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of instantly

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Goldman Sachs economist Daan Struyven warned in a recent note that prices could still reach $120 a barrel as the war, now in its seventh month, continues to disrupt shipping.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
Terry has been shoved over the railing by an unknown assailant, and is now bleeding out on the floor below.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2026

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