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Definition instant in British English

instant noun

noun
/ˈɪnstənt/
1

an extremely short period of time, that ends almost immediately

Example

It took only an instant for him to react.

Example

She paused for an instant and then stepped inside.

Example

The earthquake flattened the whole city centre in an instant.

Synonyms and related words
moment second instant
2

an exact point in time

Example

At that exact instant, all the lights went out.

Synonyms and related words
moment second instant
Definition instant in British English