Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
immediate-reaction
noun
/ɪˈmiː.di.ət riˈæk.ʃən/
Definition
A response that occurs instantly after a stimulus or event without any delay.
Examples
- His immediate reaction to the news was one of shock and disbelief.
- When she heard the loud noise, her immediate reaction was to duck for cover.
- The immediate reaction of the audience showed how much they loved the performance.
Meaning
The term ‘immediate reaction’ refers to the quick and often instinctive response that someone has in reaction to a situation, thought, or event.
Synonyms
- instant response
- prompt reaction
- spontaneous reply
