imminent
word
/ˈɪmənənt/
/ˈɪmɪnənt/
Definition
Something that is imminent is about to happen very soon, especially something bad or important.
Usage & Nuances
'Imminent' is formal and used for events/situations (e.g., 'imminent danger', 'imminent arrival'). Avoid using it for ongoing things; it means something is about to happen, not happening now. Common confusion with 'eminent' (famous).
Spanish: inminentePortuguese (BR): iminentePortuguese (PT): iminenteChinese (Simplified): 即将发生的 - 迫在眉睫的Chinese (Traditional): 即將發生的 - 迫在眉睫的Hindi: आसन्नArabic: وشيكBengali: সন্নিকটRussian: неизбежный - надвигающийсяJapanese: 差し迫ったVietnamese: sắp xảy raKorean: 임박한Turkish: yakın (olay) - eli kulağındaUrdu: قریب الوقوعIndonesian: segera terjadi
Example Sentences
There is imminent danger from the storm.
basic
The patient's collapse is imminent if she is not treated.
basic
The company warned of an imminent announcement.
basic
With those dark clouds, rain seems imminent.
natural
Rumors about his resignation are imminent, according to the press.
natural
Don't worry—despite what everyone says, disaster isn't imminent.
natural