instant: význam a definície

An almost imperceptible space of time. See Synonyms at moment.

A particular or precise time: at the instant of combustion.

The current month: your letter of the 15th instant.

A food or beverage designed for quick preparation.

Occurring at once; immediate: instant gratification.

Imperative; urgent: an instant need.

Now under consideration; present.

Commercially prepared or processed for quick and easy final preparation: an instant cake mix.

Readily soluble in water: instant coffee; instant powdered milk.

Appearing, done, or taking place with or as if with maximum quickness and ease: "She had the gift of instant intimacy” ( Sylvia Jukes Morris).

At once; instantly.