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| 1. | [ adverb ] with little or no delay | |
| Synonyms: | quickly quick | |
| Examples: | "the rescue squad arrived promptly" "come here, quick!" |
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| Related terms: | quick prompt quick prompt | |
| 2. | [ adverb ] in a punctual manner | |
| Synonyms: | without_delay readily pronto | |
| Examples: | "he did his homework promptly" |
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| Related terms: | on_time on_time | |
| 3. | [ adverb ] at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence) | |
| Synonyms: | right_away | |
| Examples: | "he promptly forgot the address" |
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| Similar spelling: |
prompt preempt prompt_copy prompter primp prompting promptness promptbook prompt_box prim_up promptitude pre-emptor pre-emption |
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