Synonyms of promptly

promptly

adverb

ˈpräm(p)t-lē 

as in immediately

without delay

shipped the package promptly so that it would arrive on time

Synonyms & Similar Words

• immediately
• instantly
• now
• directly
• quickly
• shortly
• right
• soon
• forthwith
• instantaneously
• suddenly
• away
• straightaway
• at once
• incontinently
• bang
• right now
• in no time
• off the bat
• right off
• straightway
• swiftly
• right away
• presently
• straight off
• on the spot
• rapidly
• on the double
• abruptly
• PDQ
• headlong
• instanter
• pronto
• speedily
• momentarily
• plumb
• on a dime
• readily
• quick
• hastily
• freely
• unexpectedly
• fast
• briskly
• swift
• punctually
• impulsively
• recklessly
• rashly
• impetuously
• apace
• opportunely
• seasonably
• posthaste
• fleetly
• presto
• anon
• snappily
• full tilt
• exactly

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• slowly
• late
• tardily

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of promptly

When concerns were raised about this contract, the Town took them seriously, reviewed the matter carefully, and acted promptly based on the findings. — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

As such, William promptly invaded, with Pope Alexander II on his side. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2026

The ordinance was promptly challenged, and the courts found that changing the election date requires voter approval. — Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026

Shaffer also told Sustain Health that itching, bleeding or crusting are symptoms worth getting checked promptly. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026