Cool MateMeaning of Imminent
likely to happen very soon
In simple words: Something that is going to happen very soon.
Imminent in a sentence
- the imminent threat of invasion
- The system is **in imminent danger of** collapse.
- An announcement about his resignation is imminent.
- An attack seems imminent.
How to use Imminent
Use 'imminent' to describe things that are about to happen, especially in serious or urgent situations. It is not typically used in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Sounds like 'imminent' — imagine a timer counting down to something big about to happen.
Related words
Collocations with Imminent
- imminent danger
- imminent threat
- imminent arrival
- imminent decision
- imminent change
Synonyms for Imminent
- approaching
- looming
- forthcoming
- impending
- pending
Common mistakes with Imminent
- 'Imminent' is not interchangeable with 'imminent' when describing future events.
- Confusing 'imminent' with 'immediate', which means happening right away.
- Using 'imminent' for events far in the future.
Imminent appears in
Imminent in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
وشيك، قريب
شيء على وشك الحدوث قريبًا جدًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আসন্ন
যা খুব শীঘ্রই ঘটতে চলেছে।
- GermanDeutsch
unmittelbar bevorstehend
Etwas, das sehr bald passieren wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Inminente
Algo que va a pasar muy pronto.
- Persianفارسی
قریبالوقوع
چیزی که به زودی قرار است اتفاق بیفتد.
- FrenchFrançais
Imminent
Quelque chose qui va se passer très vite.
- Hindiहिन्दी
आसन्न
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो बहुत जल्द होने वाली है।
- ItalianItaliano
Imminente
Qualcosa che sta per succedere molto presto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Iminente
Algo que vai acontecer muito em breve.
- RussianРусский
Неизбежный, Грядущий
Что-то, что должно случиться очень скоро.
- Urduاردو
قریب الوقوع، آنے والا
کوئی ایسی چیز جو بہت جلد ہونے والی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
迫在眉睫的
马上就要发生的事情。
More words like Imminent
- Forthcoming
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Imminent
What does Imminent mean?
Something that is going to happen very soon.
What is the definition of Imminent?
likely to happen very soon
How do you use Imminent in a sentence?
the imminent threat of invasion
Can you give another example of Imminent?
The system is **in imminent danger of** collapse.
What are synonyms for Imminent?
Common alternatives include approaching, looming, forthcoming, impending, pending.
What is the opposite of Imminent?
Opposite meanings include distant, remote, unlikely.
What words go with Imminent?
It commonly pairs with imminent danger, imminent threat, imminent arrival, imminent decision, imminent change.
What are common mistakes when using Imminent?
'Imminent' is not interchangeable with 'imminent' when describing future events. Confusing 'imminent' with 'immediate', which means happening right away. Using 'imminent' for events far in the future.
How do you pronounce Imminent?
US: /["/ˈɪmɪnənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɪmɪnənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Imminent?
Use 'imminent' to describe things that are about to happen, especially in serious or urgent situations. It is not typically used in casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Imminent?
"Imminent" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.