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promptly

/ˈpɹɒmptli/

Meanings
  • adverb

    Performing an action or acting quickly and efficiently.

  • adverb

    In a timely or expeditious manner.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈpɹɑmptli/



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Synonyms

on line
Rhymes
Words rhyming with promptly
mintily , pintely , grantely
Variants
List of all variants of promptly that leads to same result
promptly
Etymology
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From the Old French word 'prompt', meaning 'ready, prepared'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'promptly' contains the letter 'p' five times.

  2. In ancient Rome, a 'promptuarium' was a storehouse of props and costumes used in theaters.

  3. The term 'prompt' is also used in computing to describe a response time or the speed at which a system responds to user input.


Related Concepts
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  1. Timeliness: The quality of being done or completed in a timely manner.

  2. Efficiency: The ability to complete tasks with minimal wasted time or resources.


Culture
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In literature, 'promptly' is often used to describe characters who act quickly in response to situations. In music, the term 'promptly' is used to describe a tempo marking indicating a quick tempo.

How to Memorize "promptly"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the word 'promptly' written out in bold letters. Imagine a clock ticking as you say the word to reinforce the idea of quickness and efficiency.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'promptly' with the image of a runner crossing the finish line or a cheetah in full stride.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym P-R-O-M-P-T-L-Y to remember the meaning: 'Performs Rapidly, Overcomes Many Problems Thoroughly, Lives Yielding'.


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