as soon as possible
At earliest opportunity
As soon as possible means at the earliest opportunity, without unnecessary delay.
The phrase often carries implicit urgency—a request to do something as soon as possible suggests it should be prioritized: Please respond as soon as possible.
Commonly abbreviated ASAP, especially in workplace communication.
- at onceWithout any delay
- forthwithWithout delay
- immediatelyWithout any pause
- prontoWithout any delay
- promptlyWithout hesitation or delay
now · instantly · in a flash · straightaway · stat · urgently · time is of the essence · posthaste · without delay · no time to lose · expeditiously · tout de suite · chop-chop · priority · quickly · swiftly · fast · double time
temporal urgency
as soon as possibleat your leisure
no rush · take your time · no hurry · no pressure · eventually