Instantaneously

/ˌɪn.stənˈteɪ.ni.əs.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In an instant; at once; immediately.

She answered the question instantaneously, impressing her classmates.

Happening or done in a very short time.

The machine can complete the process instantaneously.

Occurring or existing at a particular moment in time.

The system responds to commands instantaneously, creating a seamless experience.

So quickly that it appears to happen without delay.

In the simulation, the object moved instantaneously from one point to another.

From instant + -aneously, from Latin 'instans', present participle of 'instare'.

instantaneous response

A reaction that occurs without delay.

instantaneous gratification

The desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay.

instantaneous speed

The speed of an object at a specific moment in time.

instant

A unit of time; a moment.

instantly

At that moment; immediately.

In a heartbeat

I'll do it in a heartbeat if you need me.

On the double

Get that done on the double!