imminently
|im-min-ent-ly|
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/ˈɪmɪnəntli/
(imminent)
about to happen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'imminent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'imminens,' where 'im-' meant 'upon' and 'minere' meant 'to project or threaten.'
Historical Evolution
'imminens' transformed into the French word 'imminent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'imminent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to project or threaten,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'about to happen very soon.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is about to happen very soon.
The storm is expected to hit imminently.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40