[
US
/ˈpɹɑmpt/
]
[ UK /pɹˈɒmpt/ ]
[ UK /pɹˈɒmpt/ ]
NOUN
- (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command
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a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken)
the audience could hear his prompting
ADJECTIVE
-
performed with little or no delay
was quick to respond
a prompt reply
an immediate reply to my letter
a straightaway denial -
ready and willing or quick to act
she is always prompt to help her friends -
according to schedule or without delay; on time
the train is prompt
VERB
-
serve as the inciting cause of
She prompted me to call my relatives - assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
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give an incentive for action
This moved me to sacrifice my career
How To Use prompt In A Sentence
- This prompted a flurry of clarifications from sources that were no doubt close to Duncan. Times, Sunday Times
- The dean promptly caved and told us that our party was now being called the ‘Annual’ party
- This prompted the question that he explored through a compelling narrative. Times, Sunday Times
- The men never exerted themselves except when hunger prompted, or a spent magazine made the acquisition of "peltries" necessary to barter for powder and ball. The Hive of "The Bee-Hunter," A Repository of Sketches, Including Peculiar American Character, Scenery, and Rural Sports
- It also tires the body out, prompting it to sleep more soundly. Times, Sunday Times
- The wolf market may be here to stay, at least until the economic recovery accelerates or another catalyst prompts the market to find footing.
- It is notable for excellent supplying and selling with good quality, reasonable price and prompt shipment.
- Two stories this week will have prompted the same question. Times, Sunday Times
- Her rally faltered momentarily when she bunkered her second to lose the 12th to go two down again, but promptly birdied the long fifth with two big hits on to the green and the 14th after an approach shot to within seven feet of the flag.
- The Philippines’ most active volcano erupted again Monday, spewing ash and molten lava into the air, prompting volcanologists to warn of more violent eruptions in coming days.