imminent

[ˈɪmɪnənt]

imminent Definition

  • 1about to happen; likely to occur at any moment
  • 2impending, threatening, looming

Using imminent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "imminent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The storm is imminent and we need to evacuate immediately.

  • Example

    The company is facing an imminent financial crisis.

  • Example

    The doctor warned the patient of the imminent danger of a heart attack.

imminent Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with imminent

  • a situation where serious harm or injury is likely to occur very soon

    Example

    The workers were in imminent danger of being buried alive.

  • a situation where someone or something poses an immediate danger or risk

    Example

    The government issued a warning about an imminent threat of terrorist attack.

  • the expected arrival of someone or something that is very close or about to happen

    Example

    The imminent arrival of the new shipment caused excitement among the staff.

Origins of imminent

from Latin 'imminere', meaning 'to overhang'

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Summary: imminent in Brief

The term 'imminent' [ˈɪmɪnənt] refers to something that is about to happen or is likely to occur at any moment. It can be used to describe a situation that is impending, threatening, or looming. Examples include 'The storm is imminent and we need to evacuate immediately.' and 'The company is facing an imminent financial crisis.'

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