Meaning of immediate in English
1. with nothing directly coming between; directly touching
two objects in immediate contact
Avoid immediate contact between the two wires.
2. happening, following, or done at once; instant
an immediate answer
an immediate response
The medicine had an immediate effect.
3. of the present time; current
one's immediate concern
one's immediate needs
4. requiring quick action or attention; pressing
There is no need for immediate action.
The patient requires immediate treatment.
5. directly involved in a particular situation; direct
the immediate cause of an accident[one's death]