promptly — without delay; immediately
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: without delay; immediately
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːmptli/
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy arrived promptly, but forgot the pizza at the store.
- Students who submit assignments promptly often get better grades.
- My cat comes promptly when I open a can of tuna, but ignores me when I call her name.
promptly
ADVERB[/ˈprɑːmptli/]
without delay; immediately
The loud alarm rang, and he woke up promptly.
The chef responded promptly and started cooking right away. (PRO + MPT (MOVE PROMPTLY TODAY!))
She responded promptly, jumped into action, and accomplished the task.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'promptus' meaning 'brought forth' or 'ready', derived from 'promere' (to bring forward). The adverbial suffix '-ly' was added to create the adverb form in Middle English.
Breakdown
prompt (ready, from Latin promptus) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of') = promptly
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy arrived promptly, but forgot the pizza at the store.”
“Students who submit assignments promptly often get better grades.”
“My cat comes promptly when I open a can of tuna, but ignores me when I call her name.”
“The meeting will start promptly at 9 AM.”
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