Meanings
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1
adv
Quickly, with little or no delay.
The rescue team arrived promptly after the call.
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2
adv
At the exact time arranged; punctually.
The meeting will start promptly at nine.
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3
adv
Immediately afterward, often before something unwanted.
He sat down and promptly fell asleep.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
2
adv
· at the exact time arranged;...
pronto
3
adv
· immediately afterward,...
right away
More
punctually
Word family
Derived forms
overpromptly
Etymology
From prompt + -ly.