Basic Details
Word: Imminent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is about to happen very soon.
Synonyms: Impending, forthcoming, approaching
Antonyms: Distant, remote, far-off
Idioms and Phrases
- Imminent danger: A situation that poses a threat and is likely to happen very soon. Example: "The storm warning alerted us to imminent danger on the coast."
- Imminent success: A success that is expected to come very soon. Example: "With the project nearing completion, imminent success was within reach."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The dark clouds overhead signalled that rain was imminent.
Example 2: The team prepared for the imminent arrival of their visitors.
Example 3: With the deadline approaching, the projects completion felt imminent.
Fun Fact
The word "imminent" comes from the Latin word "imminentem," which means "to overhang." It reflects the idea of something that is hanging over you and will happen soon!
Famous Quote
"For the moment, it is the only unhappiness of the heart to know there is an imminent way out." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "imminent" mean?
a) Happening in the far future
b) Something that is about to happen very soon
c) Something that is very far away
d) A type of food
Answer: b) Something that is about to happen very soon
2. Which of these is a synonym of "imminent"?
a) Remote
b) Impending
c) Distant
d) Delayed
Answer: b) Impending
3. Which sentence uses "imminent" correctly?
a) Her birthday party is imminent this weekend.
b) The animal is extremely imminent and quiet.
c) The imminent danger made everyone feel afraid.
d) The painting hung on the wall for an imminent time.
Answer: c) The imminent danger made everyone feel afraid.
4. Which idiom means the same as "imminent"?
a) Distant future
b) Imminent danger
c) Far-off dream
d) A stitch in time
Answer: b) Imminent danger
5. What is the opposite of "imminent"?
a) Forthcoming
b) Impending
c) Remote
d) Approaching
Answer: c) Remote
