prompt

US /prɑːmpt/
UK /prɑːmpt/
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1.

done without delay; immediate

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She was prompt in her response to the email.
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We need a prompt decision on this matter.
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immediatequickrapidswiftexpeditious
2.

(of a person) acting without delay

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The staff at the hotel were very prompt and helpful.
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She is always prompt for her appointments.
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punctualon timetimelyreadyalert
1.

an act of instigating; an incitement

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His question served as a prompt for further discussion.
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The software provides a prompt for the user to enter data.
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cuehintreminderstimulusimpetus
1.

to cause or bring about (an action or feeling)

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The news prompted a strong reaction from the public.
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What prompted you to make that decision?
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inducecauseoccasionelicitstimulate
2.

(of an actor) to assist (a speaker) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly known

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The stage manager had to prompt the actor who forgot his lines.
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She didn't need anyone to prompt her; she knew exactly what to say.
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cueremindjogstimulateinspire