PROMPT

/pɹɒmpt/ ► audio Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 15

Definition

  1. noun a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken). — synonyms: prompting
  2. 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
  3. adjective according to schedule or without delay.
  4. adjective ready and willing or quick to act.
  5. adjective performed with little or no delay. — synonyms: immediate, quick, straightaway
  6. verb give an incentive for action. — synonyms: motivate, actuate, propel, move, incite
  7. verb serve as the inciting cause of. — synonyms: inspire, instigate
  8. verb assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned. — synonyms: remind, cue

Examples

  • “I filled in my name where the prompt appeared on the computer screen but my account wasn't recognized.”
  • “I prompted him to get a new job.”
  • “If he forgets his words I will prompt him.”

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