Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

immediate-threat

noun
/ɪˈmiːdiət θrɛt/
Definition
A condition or situation that poses an urgent danger or risk requiring prompt action.
Examples
  • The storm presented an immediate threat to the coastal towns, prompting evacuations.
  • The security team assessed the area for any immediate threats before the event began.
Meaning
An immediate threat refers to a peril that is pressing and needs to be addressed without delay to prevent harm.
Synonyms
  • urgent danger
  • pressing hazard
  • critical risk
  • imminent peril