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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
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noun |
| definition 1: |
An instant is a very, very short period of time.
Our dog was sleeping on the floor, but when he heard my dad come home, he jumped up in an instant.- synonyms:
- moment, second
- similar words:
- flash, minute
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| definition 2: |
An instant is a particular and exact point in time.
The instant he turned on the light, everyone shouted "Happy Birthday!"The instant the actor's car arrived, it was surrounded by fans.If you don't leave this instant, you will miss the bus!- synonyms:
- moment
- similar words:
- point, second
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bit |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
When something is instant, it happens without any waiting or time passing.
I can't give instant answers to math questions. I need a little more time to think.The friendship between Maya and Sofia was instant.- synonyms:
- immediate, prompt
- antonyms:
- delayed
- similar words:
- fast, quick, rapid, spot, swift
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| definition 2: |
When a food or drink is instant, you can make it very quickly. You usually only have to add hot water or milk.
When my mom is in a hurry, she makes instant soup for lunch.- similar words:
- powdered, prepared
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current, snap, sudden |
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