quick, prompt, ready, apt mean able to respond without delay or hesitation or indicative of such ability. quick stresses instancy of response and is likely to connote native rather than acquired power.

PROMPT definition: done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay. See examples of prompt used in a sentence.

PROMPT definition: 1. to make something happen: 2. to make someone decide to say or do something: 3. to help…. Learn more.

Definition of prompt verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay: a prompt reply.

performed at once or without delay: a prompt reply. quick to act or respond: [be + ~] was prompt in answering our phone call. [~ + to + verb] They were prompt to deny the allegations.

Mar 18, 2026 · (transitive, theater and television) To show or tell (an actor / person) the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.

Prompt definition: Being on time; punctual.

Definition of prompt. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.

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