Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

split-second

adjective
/ˈsplɪtˈsɛkənd/
Definition
A very brief moment of time.
Examples
  • He made a split-second decision to save the child from falling.
  • In a split-second, she knew what to do in the emergency situation.
Meaning
The term ‘split-second’ refers to an extremely short duration, often used to describe actions or decisions made almost instantaneously.
Synonyms
  • instant
  • momentary
  • immediate
  • rapid