Promptness Meaning
/ˈpɹɒmptnəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe habit or characteristic of doing things without delay.
nounAdherence to a designated time.
Sentence Examples
We appreciate your promptness.
He replied with promptness and courtesy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His excellent ____ in completing the project earned him a big bonus.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His ____ in responding to emails made him popular with clients who valued quick communication.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English prompt Proto-Germanic *-inōną Proto-Indo-European *-dyé- Proto-Germanic *-atjaną Proto-Indo-European *-tus Proto-Germanic *-þuz Proto-Germanic *-assuz Proto-Germanic *-inassuz Proto-West Germanic *-nassī Old English -nes Middle English -nesse English -ness English promptness From prompt + -ness.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Miss Frensham evidently did foresee some satisfaction in talking about it, for she came at once. In view of her circumstances, Carrados could not but deem her rather extravagant, for nothing but a taxi from door to door could explain the promptness of her arrival."
— 1927, Ernest Bramah, Max Carrados Mysteries:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His excellent ____ in completing the project earned him a big bonus.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His ____ in responding to emails made him popular with clients who valued quick communication.