Pronunciation: [ˈɪmɪnənsi] (IPA) 
Imminency is a word that describes the state of being immediate or impending. This word is spelled with a double letter "m" in the middle, which is not common in English. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /ˈɪmɪnənsi/, where the stressed syllable is "mi". The double letter "m" represents the nasal sound that occurs when pronouncing the word, which distinguishes it from similar words like "imminence" and "imminent".
Imminency is a noun that refers to the state or quality of being imminent. Imminent, in turn, is an adjective that describes something that is about to happen, or is likely to occur very soon. It denotes the sense of impending, forthcoming, or looming events, situations, or circumstances that are close at hand and near in time.
The concept of imminency implies that whatever is anticipated is expected to happen in the immediate future, and there is a high degree of probability attached to its occurrence. It captures the feeling of something being so close that it is almost within reach, ready to manifest itself.
Imminency often conveys a sense of urgency or importance, suggesting that the matter at hand cannot be delayed or avoided for long. It connotes a state of anticipation and awareness, emphasizing the need for preparedness or taking immediate action to deal with the upcoming event or situation.
The term is typically used in a variety of contexts, ranging from everyday occurrences to more significant events such as imminent threats, imminent storms, imminent deadlines, imminent danger, or imminent changes. It can be found in various domains, such as weather forecasting, national security, legal proceedings, and personal decision-making.
Overall, imminency encompasses the idea of something rapidly approaching, signaling a forthcoming event that requires attention, readiness, and a heightened sense of awareness.
The word "imminency" is derived from the adjective "imminent".
The term "imminent" comes from the Latin word "imminēre", which means "to overhang" or "to project". This Latin word is a combination of the prefix "im-" (meaning "upon" or "over") and the verb "minēre" (meaning "to jut" or "to threaten").
Over time, "imminent" has come to refer to something that is impending or likely to happen soon, often with a sense of impending danger or urgency. From "imminent", the noun form "imminence" was derived, ultimately leading to the formation of the word "imminency".
