instant
/ɪnˈstænt/
Short gloss / most common translation equivalent in English (typically 1-5 words). e.g. 'love' → 'yêu'. Not a full definition.
L'instant est un concept clé dans la philosophie de l'expérience.
The instant is a key concept in the philosophy of experience.
formalinformal
A brief moment or period of time.
L'instant de la décision est crucial pour les entrepreneurs.
The instant of decision is crucial for entrepreneurs.
The concept of instant is also used in psychology to describe a brief moment of insight or awareness.
Collocations
on the spotsur le coup de pouce
Synonyms
Word Origin
From Latin 'instantem', present participle of 'instare', to stand upright or to be present.
Usage Notes
The word 'instant' is often used to describe a brief moment or period of time, but it can also be used to describe something that is immediate or instantaneous in nature.
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