PROMPT Synonyms: 237 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'prompt' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of prompt are apt , quick , and ready . While all these words mean "able to respond without delay or hesitation or indicative of such ability," prompt is more likely to connote training and discipline that fits one for instant response. // prompt emergency medical care

Q: When is 'apt' a more appropriate choice than 'prompt'?

The meanings of apt and prompt largely overlap; however, apt stresses the possession of qualities (such as intelligence, a particular talent, or a strong bent) that makes quick effective response possible. // an apt student // her answer was apt and to the point

Q: In what contexts can 'quick' take the place of 'prompt'?

Although the words quick and prompt have much in common, quick stresses instancy of response and is likely to connote native rather than acquired power. // quick reflexes // a keen quick mind

Q: Where would 'ready' be a reasonable alternative to 'prompt'?

The words ready and prompt are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, ready suggests facility or fluency in response. // backed by a pair of ready assistants

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verb

ˈpräm(p)t

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as in to cause

to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) a misguided pride prompted the family to refuse all offers of help

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as in to urge

to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action prompted the reluctant performer onto the stage with loud cheers and whistles

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prompt

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adjective

as in immediate

done, carried out, or given without delay prompt treatment of snakebites is always advisable

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as in quick

having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation our waiter was prompt and courteous despite the fact that the restaurant was understaffed

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prompt

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noun

as in reminder

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How does the adjective prompt contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of prompt are apt, quick, and ready. While all these words mean "able to respond without delay or hesitation or indicative of such ability," prompt is more likely to connote training and discipline that fits one for instant response.

prompt emergency medical care

When is apt a more appropriate choice than prompt?

The meanings of apt and prompt largely overlap; however, apt stresses the possession of qualities (such as intelligence, a particular talent, or a strong bent) that makes quick effective response possible.

an apt student

her answer was apt and to the point

In what contexts can quick take the place of prompt?

Although the words quick and prompt have much in common, quick stresses instancy of response and is likely to connote native rather than acquired power.

quick reflexes

a keen quick mind

Where would ready be a reasonable alternative to prompt?

The words ready and prompt are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, ready suggests facility or fluency in response.

backed by a pair of ready assistants

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Recent Examples of prompt

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The controversial bill has failed to pass in past years, and previously prompted fears that the removal could encourage militias in a state with a history of armed groups. —

Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 17 Jan. 2025 The special counsel said a whistleblower brought the issue to light, prompting his office to request a review and report from VA. —

Cory Smith, Baltimore Sun, 17 Jan. 2025

Adjective

For journalists, as for anyone, there are certain shortcuts to trustworthiness, including reputation, expertise, and transparency—the sharing of sources, for example, or the prompt correction of errors. —

Fergus McIntosh, The New Yorker, 11 Jan. 2025 Each of these requires prompt medical attention and treatment and, in some cases, hospitalization.1 Living With and Managing Biliary Colic Living with biliary colic involves adopting healthy lifestyle habits to manage symptoms and prevent future episodes. —

Lindsay Curtis, Health, 10 Jan. 2025

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With the wide release of Sora, OpenAI's video tool, most of the big tech giants — and some startups — are now racing to create models capable of generating realistic, high-quality videos from text prompts. —

Megan Morrone, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025 For further insights about systems prompts, see my depiction at the link here. —

Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for prompt

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Airport-goers be warned: Getting to Sky Harbor International Airport may be even more of a headache than usual this weekend as a major freeway near downtown Phoenix will be closed from Jan. 10 to Jan. 13, causing trouble getting in and out of the city, the Arizona Department of Transportation said.

— Lauren De Young, The Arizona Republic, 10 Jan. 2025
TikTok lawyers have urged the justices to step in before the law takes effect, saying even a monthlong shutdown would cause the app to lose about one-third of its daily American users and significant advertising revenue.

— Lindsay Whitehurst, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025

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