noun a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken).
— synonyms: prompting
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
adjective according to schedule or without delay.
adjective ready and willing or quick to act.
adjective performed with little or no delay.
— synonyms: immediate, quick, straightaway
verb give an incentive for action.
— synonyms: motivate, actuate, propel, move, incite
verb serve as the inciting cause of.
— synonyms: inspire, instigate
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.”