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adjective

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noun

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective prompt contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of prompt are apt, quick, and ready. While all these words mean "able to respond without delay or hesitation or indicative of such ability," prompt is more likely to connote training and discipline that fits one for instant response.

prompt emergency medical care

When is apt a more appropriate choice than prompt?

The meanings of apt and prompt largely overlap; however, apt stresses the possession of qualities (such as intelligence, a particular talent, or a strong bent) that makes quick effective response possible.

an apt student
her answer was apt and to the point

In what contexts can quick take the place of prompt?

Although the words quick and prompt have much in common, quick stresses instancy of response and is likely to connote native rather than acquired power.

quick reflexes
a keen quick mind

Where would ready be a reasonable alternative to prompt?

The words ready and prompt are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, ready suggests facility or fluency in response.

backed by a pair of ready assistants

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of prompt
Verb
The incident at Fort Lee High School prompted a massive police presence in the area and sent the school into lockdown, Superintendent Robert Kravitz said in a message posted on the school’s website. Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2025 The situation is so devastating that the military junta issued a rare plea for help, prompting foreign aid and international rescue teams to head to Myanmar. Jade Walker, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
On its own, the prompt injection failed to sabotage a summary provided by Gemini. ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025 That core design is useful when the prompt text closely matches the kinds of things already found in a model's copious training data. ArsTechnica, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
How to chat with an AI Instructions to an AI are called prompts. Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025 Doing so ensures that sensitive prompts don’t linger on servers. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for prompt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prompt
Verb
  • This chronic condition causes patches of lighter skin.
    Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
  • The agriculture secretary, however, said tariffs would cause short-term uncertainty.
    Tom Polansek and Leah Douglas, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Advertisement Advertisement Police said the investigation remains open and urged anyone with relevant information to contact the force.
    Time, Time, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Musk has also backed the AfD, urging Germans to vote for the right-wing group in elections earlier this year, as well as English far-right figure Tommy Robinson.
    Todd Symons, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • But Gmail users also face a more immediate decision, given a critical problem with its most recent updates.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • These actions often yield more immediate results than waiting for a chance to elect a new president. 2.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • App Store updates Those looking for apps in the App Store can see summaries from user reviews to get a quick look at what others are saying, Apple said.
    Saleen Martin, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Here’s a quick roundup of the latest news from leading denim brands.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Keaton’s death was a reminder that not all the cases involved jails that outsourced medical care to private companies.
    Sarah Stillman, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
  • This latest escalation is a grim reminder: Russia was and remains the aggressor, in blatant violation of international law.
    Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The project is also intended to contribute to maintaining existing forests and creating new ones.
    Noël Fletcher, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.
    Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Those who pick up the materials are encouraged to take a photo with their 988 sign, share it on their social media platforms and tag the Kane County Health Department to let their friends and family know that support is always available, according to the release.
    Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The Last of Us star got their first role in season 6 of Game of Thrones at 11 years old, and has their parents to thank for encouraging their career.
    Makena Gera, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Crisis Planning As new challenges come afoot, is the company’s crisis communication plan updated to deliver a swift response?
    Andrea Aker, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Be swift with SwiftScan VIP's lifetime subscription access to the app and scanning tools, now just $41.99 (reg.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Apr. 2025

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“Prompt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prompt. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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