Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imminent
Adjective
/ˈɪm.ɪ.nənt/
Definition
About to happen or occur very soon.
Examples
- The storm was imminent, prompting everyone to seek shelter.
- After years of delays, the project’s completion is imminent.
- The doctors warned that surgery was imminent if the condition did not improve.
Meaning
Imminent refers to something that is on the verge of happening, often implying that it is unavoidable or certain to take place in the near future.
Synonyms
- Upcoming
- Pending
- Approaching
- Imminent
