Promptly: meaning, definitions and examples
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promptly
[ ˈprɒmptli ]
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.
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.
See also: impromptu, prompter, prompting, promptitude, promptness, unprompted.