promptness

noun

Definition of promptnessnext
as in readiness
the quality or habit of arriving or being ready on time the promptness of the local bus line has always been reassuring

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Recent Examples of promptness Observational research spanning seven different cultures shows that maternal responsiveness, especially the promptness of it, is a universal feature of caregiving. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promptness
  1. readiness
  2. willingness
  3. timeliness
  4. punctuality
  5. quickness
Noun
  • The Tribune Editorial Board recently highlighted Cincinnati’s readiness plan, which anticipates attracting climate migrants in the decades ahead.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • However, with his involvement in pre-season limited, concerns about his readiness to slot in immediately are understandable.
    — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of readiness
Noun
  • To travel well often means opening yourself up to discomfort or difference, which inherently means a willingness to make a fool of yourself.
    — Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026
  • True qualification now demands a willingness to embrace new information, recent adaptive experience, a clear understanding of one's core problem-solving ability, and conviction to act under pressure.
    — Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of willingness
Noun
  • Superintendent Blondean Davis of Matteson Elementary District 162 praised the legislation, saying when a school is in lockdown, all students and staff can do is wait, which makes the timeliness of the emergency response crucial.
    — Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Come for the timeliness, stay for Cap wrecking a bunch of guys in an elevator.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of timeliness
Noun
  • Under the tutelage of the Flagship’s idiosyncratic unnamed chef (Antonio Banderas), Tony will discover the importance of punctuality.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Schedules moved earlier, and punctuality became a heat precaution.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 June 2026
Definition of punctuality
Noun
  • Hannah carries all the physical gifts at 6-foot-2 and has improved his strength and quickness.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • However, his side-to-side quickness will be an issue for higher levels.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of quickness

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