Immidiately vs. Immediately: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 29, 2023
"Immidiately" is incorrect; the right spelling is "Immediately," meaning "without any delay."
Which is correct: Immidiately or Immediately
How to spell Immediately?
Immidiately is Incorrect
Immediately is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall that "immediately" begins with the prefix "im-" not "immi-."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 28, 2023
The word "mediate" is the core of "immediately," helping to remember the correct sequence of letters.
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Oct 28, 2023
There's no extra 'i' in the middle, so "immediately" doesn’t have the same pattern as "immediately."
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 28, 2023
"Immediately" relates to instant actions; the 'di' sound is quicker than saying 'di-a,' which can prompt the memory of the correct spelling.
Janet White
Oct 28, 2023
Think of "immediately" as two parts: “immediate” and the suffix “-ly”; recognizing “immediate” makes it clear that “immidiately” is incorrect.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 28, 2023
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Immidiately and Immediately Definitions
Immediately
Immediately means without any delay
For example, He left immediately after dinner.
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Oct 18, 2023
Immediately
Immediately can denote in direct relation or proximity
E.g., Situated immediately next to the library.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 18, 2023
Immediately
Immediately signifies instantly in time
For example, The news had an immediately visible effect.
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Oct 18, 2023
Immediately
Immediately refers to taking action at once
For instance, She responded immediately to the email.
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Oct 18, 2023
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Immediately
Without an intermediary; directly
The parties immediately involved in the suit.
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
In an immediate manner; instantly or without delay.
I hope we can begin immediately.
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
Directly (as soon as), instantly, the moment that. Indicates that the independent clause describes something that occurs immediately after the dependent clause's referent does.
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
In an immediate manner; without intervention of any other person or thing; proximately; directly; - opposed to mediately; as, immediately contiguous.
God's acceptance of it either immediately by himself, or mediately by the hands of the bishop.
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
Without interval of time; without delay; promptly; instantly; at once.
And Jesus . . . touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening;
He answered immediately
Found an answer straightaway
An official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith
Come here now!
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
Bearing an immediate relation;
This immediately concerns your future
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Oct 13, 2023
Immediately
Immediately implies with no intermediary
For instance, He reported immediately to the boss.
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Oct 18, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Immediately?
It's derived from "immediate," indicating the lack of any delay or intermediary.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 28, 2023
What is the verb form of Immediately?
Immediately is an adverb, not a verb, so it doesn't have a verb form.
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Oct 28, 2023
What is the plural form of Immediately?
Adverbs do not have plural forms, so it remains "immediately."
Janet White
Oct 28, 2023
Which preposition is used with Immediately?
“After,” “before,” and “upon” are commonly used with "immediately."
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Oct 28, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Immediately?
Conjunctions aren't typically used directly with "immediately," but in sentences, "and" or "but" could connect clauses involving it.
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Oct 28, 2023
Is Immediately a vowel or consonant?
It's neither; it's an adverb, a type of word.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 28, 2023
What is the first form of Immediately?
It's "immediately"; adverbs don't have forms like verbs do.
Sara Rehman
Oct 28, 2023
What is the second form of Immediately?
There isn't a second form; it remains "immediately."
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Oct 28, 2023
What is the singular form of Immediately?
Immediately doesn’t have a singular form as it’s an adverb.
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Oct 28, 2023
Is the word Immediately imperative?
No, it describes the manner of an action, not a command.
Sara Rehman
Oct 28, 2023
What is the stressed syllable in Immediately?
The stress is on the second syllable: "me."
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Oct 28, 2023
Which determiner is used with Immediately?
Determiners are not typically used with adverbs.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 28, 2023
Is Immediately a negative or positive word?
It's neutral; context determines positive or negative connotations.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 28, 2023
Is the Immediately term a metaphor?
Not on its own, but it can be part of a metaphorical expression.
Janet White
Oct 28, 2023
What is the third form of Immediately?
Adverbs don’t have a third form; it’s still "immediately."
Janet White
Oct 28, 2023
Which article is used with Immediately?
Articles are generally not used with adverbs like "immediately."
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Oct 28, 2023
How is Immediately used in a sentence?
"As soon as the show ended, they left immediately."
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Oct 28, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
