instantaneous

instantaneous

CEFR: C1-C2 /in-stan-ta-neous/ [ih2.n.s.t.ah0.n.t.ae1.n.iy0.ah0.s]

A synonym for “instantaneous” is “instant.” or "immediate". However, most English speakers would say that something that is instantaneous happens even more quickly than something that is instant. In addition, instantaneous is much less frequently used than instant, and it is a more formal word. It is used mostly to describe things that happen in concrete, academic, or scientific contexts.

Example sentences using the word instantaneous:

Example Sentences:
We got an almost instantaneous response from the company.
In today's society, the technology we carry in our pockets means people often expect an instantaneous or immediate response to emails and text messages
Computers have created a system for easy and instantaneous communication.
While personal cell phones have facilitated instantaneous connections with people, texting is a cause of underdeveloped communication skills in children.
Through email or various video chat websites, people can send instantaneous messages or speak as if in person.