1. immediately, instantly, straightaway, straight off, directly, now, right away, at once, forthwith, like a shot
usage: without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening; "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!"
2. promptly, right away
usage: at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence); "he promptly forgot the address"