immediate
US /ˌɪˈmiˌdiət/
adjective Core · B1 Kinh doanh chung
Definition
occurring or done at once; nearest in relationship or rank
Common in workplace reporting structures ('immediate supervisor').
Examples
The broken pipe requires immediate attention from the maintenance team.
Word Family
Synonyms
- instanthappening or coming immediately without delay
- promptdone without delay; punctual
- directproceeding in a straight line or without intervening persons
Collocations
- Easy immediate responsea quick and prompt reply to an inquiry
- Medium immediate supervisor approvalauthorization granted by one's direct manager
- Hard take immediate corrective actionto implement rectifying measures promptly without delay
- Very Hard immediate aftermath of collapsethe period directly following a sudden organizational breakdown
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