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    prompt - Dictionary definition and meaning for word prompt

    Definition
    (noun) a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken)
    Synonyms : prompting
    Example Sentence
    • the audience could hear his prompting
    Definition
    (noun) (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command
    Synonyms : command prompt
    Definition
    (verb) give an incentive for action
    Synonyms : actuate , incite , motivate , move , propel
    Example Sentence
    • This moved me to sacrifice my career
    Definition
    (verb) serve as the inciting cause of
    Synonyms : inspire , instigate
    Example Sentence
    • She prompted me to call my relatives
    Definition
    (verb) assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
    Synonyms : cue , remind
    Definition
    (adj) according to schedule or without delay; on time
    Example Sentence
    • the train is prompt
    Definition
    (adj) ready and willing or quick to act
    Example Sentence
    • she is always prompt to help her friends
    Definition
    (adj) performed with little or no delay
    Synonyms : immediate , quick , straightaway
    Example Sentence
    • an immediate reply to my letter
    • a prompt reply
    • was quick to respond
    • a straightaway denial
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for prompt

I prompted myself to promote my knowledge

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