2 entries found for prompt.
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Function: adjective
Text: 1 done, carried out, or given without delay <prompt treatment of snakebites is always advisable>
Synonyms immediate, punctual, timely
Related Words apt, quick, ready, willing; opportune, seasonable; early
Near Antonyms delinquent, latish, overdue; behind, behindhand, delayed, detained; dilatory, laggard, slow
Antonyms belated, late, tardy
2 having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation <prompt to answer when called upon by the teacher> -- see QUICK 1