instant

/ˈɪnstənt/noun
Elementary
1

A very short period of time; a moment.

2

A single, usually precise, point in time.

3

A beverage or food which has been pre-processed to reduce preparation time, especially instant coffee.

4

Ellipsis of instant camera.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing