Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-spot
adjective
/ˈɒn ðə spɒt/
Definition
immediately or at the time when something happens
Examples
- She made an on-the-spot decision to help the lost child.
- The manager praised him for his on-the-spot problem-solving skills.
- During the interview, the questions were challenging, requiring on-the-spot thinking.
Meaning
Refers to actions or decisions made right at the moment without delay.
Synonyms
- immediate
- instant
- prompt
- spontaneous
