Noun
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(computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command
- command prompt -
a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken)
"the audience could hear his prompting"
Verb
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assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
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serve as the inciting cause of
"She prompted me to call my relatives"
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give an incentive for action
"This moved me to sacrifice my career"
Adjective
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performed with little or no delay
"an immediate reply to my letter"
"a prompt reply"
"was quick to respond"
"a straightaway denial"
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ready and willing or quick to act
"she is always prompt to help her friends"
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according to schedule or without delay
on time
"the train is prompt"