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
