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Vocabulary Entry
prompt
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A cue or stimulus for someone to take action.
Example Sentences
"The teacher gave a prompt to inspire the students' creativity."
"The sudden noise served as a prompt for the dog to bark."
"She looked at the prompt on her screen and began typing immediately."
V
verb
To encourage or cause someone to take action.
Example Sentences
"He decided to prompt his friend to apply for the job."
"The coach's words prompted the team to play harder."
"A text message from her mother prompted her to call back."
A
adjective
Done without delay; immediate.
Example Sentences
"The prompt response from customer service impressed the client."
"He appreciates her prompt attention to the matter."
"A prompt decision is often required in emergency situations."