Promptly: meaning, definitions and examples

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promptly

[ ˈprɒmptli ]

^{Context #1}

in a timely manner

Promptly means to do something quickly or without delay. It suggests efficiency and punctuality.

Synonyms

immediately, punctually, quickly, swiftly

Examples of usage

She arrived promptly at the meeting.
Please submit your assignment promptly.

^{Context #2}

in response to a request or command

Promptly also means to do something as soon as it is requested or commanded.

Synonyms

immediately, instantly, quickly, readily

Examples of usage

The waiter promptly brought us our drinks.
The report was promptly submitted to the supervisor.

Translations

Translations of the word "promptly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 prontamente

🇮🇳 तुरंत

🇩🇪 prompt

umgehend
schnell

🇮🇩 segera

🇺🇦 негайно

🇵🇱 szybko

🇯🇵 すぐに

🇫🇷 rapidement

🇪🇸 rápidamente

🇹🇷 hemen

🇰🇷 즉시

🇸🇦 فورًا

🇨🇿 okamžitě

🇸🇰 okamžite

🇨🇳 立刻

🇸🇮 takoj

🇮🇸 strax

🇰🇿 жедел

🇬🇪 მალევე

🇦🇿 dərhal

🇲🇽 rápidamente

Word origin

The word "promptly" originates from the Middle English word "prompt" which means ready or prepared. It has been in use since the 15th century and has evolved to represent the idea of quickness and efficiency in modern English.