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
  • This, in turn, would move Starship closer to readiness for flights to the Moon in support of NASA’s Artemis lunar lander program.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026
  • This marks a crucial step toward the unit's air-to-ground mission readiness.
    — Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of readiness
Noun
  • What’s standing between the Trail Blazers and a bunch of public money for a stadium deal is their willingness to accommodate this council.
    — Jason Quick, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Their cynicism is still there, but it’s carried by brighter melodies and a willingness to let the music speak as loudly as the message.
    — Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
Definition of willingness
Noun
  • Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.
    — Katie Stockton, CNBC, 13 July 2026
  • Does using a unionized labor force have an impact on project cost and timeliness?
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of timeliness
Noun
  • Schedules moved earlier, and punctuality became a heat precaution.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 June 2026
  • Podhorsky also noted Ferguson’s punctuality, advocacy for fellow teachers and popularity among students.
    — Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
Definition of punctuality
Noun
  • The Hornets believe Ajayi has elite physical and tools highlighted by size, athleticism, wingspan, quickness and strength.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
  • The issue in his profile will be his quickness.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 26 June 2026
Definition of quickness

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