Immediacy refers to something that is immediate or happening in real-time. It describes a quality of being close, near or present, rather than distant or remote. In other words, immediacy suggests an experience that is direct and unmediated, without any barriers or delays between the observer and the object being observed. This term can be used to describe various aspects of human interactions, communication technologies, artistic expressions, and more. For example, in a conversation, immediacy refers to the ability for participants to communicate their thoughts and feelings instantly, without any delay caused by technology or other factors. In contrast, mediated experiences involve some form of intervention between the observer and the object being observed, such as through a screen or a third party.