Forthwith and Immediately

Forthwith

Forthwith adverb - Without delay.
Usage example: if the fire alarm rings, leave the building forthwith
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Synonyms for Forthwith

Immediately is a synonym for forthwith in time topic. In some cases you can use "Immediately" instead the word "Forthwith" as an adverb or an adjective, when it comes to topics like presently, at once. popular alternative

Immediately

Immediately adverb - Without delay.
Usage example: if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert

Forthwith is a synonym for immediately in at once topic. You can use "Forthwith" instead the word "Immediately" as an adverb or an adjective, if it concerns topics such as time, straight away, presently. popular alternative

Nearby Words: immediate, immediacy
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Immediately and Forthwith. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/forthwith/immediately
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