Instantly

9 lettersadverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Immediately; at once without any delay. It describes something happening in an extremely short space of time or moment.

“The crowd fell silent instantly when the conductor raised his baton.”

🟩

Contains double 'N' and 'INSTANT' root; ends with '-ly' adverb suffix

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Worth 12 points; useful for common letter combinations and time-related adverbs

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