The meaning of INSTANT is an infinitesimal space of time; especially : a point in time separating two states. How to use instant in a sentence.

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INSTANT definition: an infinitesimal or very short space of time; a moment. See examples of instant used in a sentence.

An instant food or drink is one, usually in dried or powdered form, that can be prepared easily and quickly, esp. by adding hot water: instant coffee (Definition of instant from the Cambridge Academic …

in•stant (ˈɪn stənt) n. 1. an infinitesimal or very short space of time; moment. 2. the point of time now present: Come here this instant! 3. a particular moment: at the instant of contact. 4. an instant …

noting a food or beverage requiring a minimal amount of time and effort to prepare, as by heating or the addition of milk or water, before being served or used: instant coffee; instant pudding.

Definition of instant noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Instant definition: A period of time so short as to be almost imperceptible.

If you say that something happens at a particular instant, you mean that it happens at exactly the time you have been referring to, and you are usually suggesting that it happens quickly or immediately.

For an instant, I forgot where I was. The ride was over in an instant. I knew it was him the instant (that) [= as soon as] I heard his voice. Come in the house, this instant! [= right now, immediately]