PROMPT

• (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

  -added by naila_inlas

  I opened the search prompt to find the music file’s location in the computer. -added by naila_inlas

• (noun) a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken)

  "the audience could hear his prompting"

  synonyms : prompting

  The audience could hear his prompt loud and clear. -added by naila_inlas

• (verb) serve as the inciting cause of

  "She prompted me to call my relatives"

  synonyms : inspire , instigate

• (verb) assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned

  synonyms : cue , remind

  The audience could hear the actor being prompted by someone backstage. -added by naila_inlas

• (verb) give an incentive for action

  "This moved me to sacrifice my career"

  synonyms : actuate , incite , motivate , move , propel

  Jack’s salary hike prompted him to buy a car. -added by naila_inlas

• (adj.) performed with little or no delay

  "an immediate reply to my letter", "a prompt reply", "was quick to respond", "a straightaway denial"

  synonyms : immediate , quick , straightaway

  I received a prompt reply from the company’s complaint department. -added by naila_inlas

• (adj.) according to schedule or without delay; on time

  "the train is prompt"

• (adj.) ready and willing or quick to act

  "she is always prompt to help her friends"

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