即刻
immediately; that is; approach
Meanings
4 senses · 10 examplesadverb
immediately; at once; right away
formalUsed to indicate an action happening without any delay.
Upon receiving the order, the troops set out immediately.
Please send me the report immediately after the meeting ends.
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Upon seeing the signal, we will act immediately.
verb
to be; to mean; namely
formalUsed to explain or define something, similar to 'that is to say'.
Lotus flower is namely water lily.
This object is the treasure we are looking for.
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It becomes effective on the very day.
verb
to approach; to be close to
literaryOften used in classical or formal contexts.
Within sight but beyond reach.
Neither too close nor too distant; keep someone at arm's length.
conjunction
even if; even though; although
formalUsed to introduce a concession, similar to 'even if'.
Even without external help, we must complete the task.
Even if we encounter difficulties, we will never retreat.