forthwith
adverb
Simple meaning
Without delay; immediately.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈfɔɹθˈwɪθ
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Definition
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adverb
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Without delay; immediately.
Without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
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- Difficulty
- C1 · Advanced
- Frequency
- Uncommon
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Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.
In an immediate manner.
Without delay or hesitation.
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Sense: without delay
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