PRONTO Synonyms: 88 Similar and Opposite Words

pronto

adverb

ˈprän-ˌtō

Definition of pronto

as in quickly

with great speed if they don't arrive pronto, we'll have to go to the movie without them

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in immediately

without delay the kind of boss who wants everything pronto

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of pronto Activists who want the waste moved, pronto, have been worrying as storms eat away the dirt road leading to the surfing beach at San Onofre. — Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2024

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pronto

Adverb

Either way, many intimate gatherings around the country are quickly adding a sales pitch.

— Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2026
In addition, there is an increasing emphasis on developing systems that are modular, allowing them to be quickly adapted and scaled to meet future needs.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of quickly

Adverb

Drone technology and artificial intelligence are rapidly reshaping modern warfare, but the world's biggest defense contractors are finding that demand for tanks, fighter jets and other traditional military equipment remains strong.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
This quirky species also has a relatively large tendon for a muscle that flexes the ankle, enabling it to bring its body down rapidly and strongly.

— Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of rapidly

Adverb

People with bloody diarrhea, signs of dehydration, or other severe symptoms should seek medical attention promptly, the Health Department said.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
Courts in Brazil and Norway issued preliminary injunctions blocking the terms after organizations in those countries promptly filed lawsuits, Nieman Lab reported.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of promptly

Adverb

The federal judges who ordered the men’s releases have reacted swiftly — and, at times, furiously — to the re-arrests.

— Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2026
Opposition to the facilities mounted swiftly over the summer as Americans grew worried about their potential to harm the environment, raise utility bills and contribute to job loss.

— Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of swiftly

Adverb

The soft, lightweight layer features ribbed detailing that instantly dresses up classic jeans or trousers.

— Kaitlin Gates, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
Step inside the glassy tower and the mood softens instantly; warm wood panelling, geometric latticework and ikebana arrangements nod to traditional craftsmanship; lantern-like lighting casts a gentle glow across stone floors and neutral textiles.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of instantly

Adverb

The plant went offline soon after being captured by Russia early in the war, but needs power to keep essential cooling systems running.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2026
The city will soon be holding advisory meetings to develop the list of events and festivals that will occur in the next 12 months.

— John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of soon

Adverb

Chambers himself is now accused of riot, conspiracy to riot, and money laundering offenses, defense attorney Aitor Martínez Jiménez told the Washington Examiner.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Nov. 2026
To certain journalists, there’s little point in distinguishing between AI and human authorship now that many people use AI to research and draft.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026