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imminent

/ˈɪmɪnənt/

im · mi · nent ˈɪm · ɪ · nənt

English Definition

adj. about to happen soon

中文释义

即将发生的

Significado en Español

inminente

한국어 뜻

임박한

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the synonym for the word “imminent” in the following sentence: The threat of a hurricane was imminent, and the residents prepared for the worst.

A distant
B delayed
C impending
D unplanned

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C — impending. “imminent” means adj. about to happen soon

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What does “imminent” mean?

imminent — adj. about to happen soon. In Chinese: 即将发生的.

How do you pronounce “imminent”?

imminent is pronounced /ˈɪmɪnənt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: im · mi · nent.

Is “imminent” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. imminent appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “imminent”?

imminent (about to occur)

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imminent

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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