as in readiness
the quality or habit of arriving or being ready on time
his chronic tardiness has put him in poor standing with his boss, who values hustle and promptitude
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Recent Examples of promptitude
This electro-automatic arrangement … will deliver letters almost with the promptitude of the telegraph sending a message.
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Kevin Leonard, baltimoresun.com, 6 Sep. 2019
Kevin Leonard, baltimoresun.com, 6 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promptitude
readiness
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By using Google Translate, the platform supports Pacific Islander students in their native languages—a recognition that equity in AI readiness is critical for regions with diverse demographics.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Quick-McQueen has worked since 2014 as a supervisor of instruction in college and career readiness for St. Mary’s County Public Schools.—
William J. Ford,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Promptitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promptitude. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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