Imminence/ˈɪmɪnəns/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Sense of Urgency Describes a situation suggesting that action is needed immediately due to the nearing event. The imminence of the deadline made everyone work faster. Pro Tip 2/3Negative Overtones Often used for events that are undesirable or threatening, rather than positive ones. Her worry grew with the imminence of the court decision. Pro Tip 3/3High Stakes Context Used in contexts where the impending event has significant consequences or risks. The general spoke gravely about the imminence of conflict.