What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nowness
Example
I love the nowness of this moment, just enjoying the present. [nowness: noun]
Example
The nowness of the situation made it feel urgent and important. [nowness: adjective]
immediacy
Example
The immediacy of the situation required quick action. [immediacy: noun]
Example
The immediacy of the danger made everyone feel on edge. [immediacy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Immediacy is more commonly used than nowness in everyday language, especially in contexts that require quick action or attention.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nowness and immediacy?
Both nowness and immediacy can be used in formal and informal contexts, but nowness may be considered more poetic or philosophical in tone.
