Entry Word: prompt

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 done, carried out, or given without delay <prompt treatment of snakebites is always advisable>

Synonyms immediate, punctual, timely

Related Words apt, quick, ready, willing; opportune, seasonable; early

Near Antonyms delinquent, latish, overdue; behind, behindhand, delayed, detained; dilatory, laggard, slow

Antonyms belated, late, tardy

2 having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation <prompt to answer when called upon by the teacher> — see quick 1