PROMPT
/pɹɒmpt/
12
Scrabble
15
WWF
P(3) R(1) O(1) M(3) P(3) T(1)
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Definition
/pɹɒmpt/
noun
- A reminder or cue.
- A time limit given for payment of an account for produce purchased, this limit varying with different goods.
- A sequence of characters that appears on a monitor to indicate that the computer is ready to receive input.“I filled in my name where the prompt appeared on the computer screen but my account wasn't recognized.”
verb
- To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.“I prompted him to get a new job.”
- To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.“If he forgets his words I will prompt him.”
- To initiate; to cause or lead to.
adjective
- Quick; acting without delay.“He was very prompt at getting a new job.”
- On time; punctual.“Be prompt for your appointment.”
- Ready; willing to act.
Source: Wiktionary
Hooks
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