Definitions
1.nounA reminder or cue.
2.nounA time limit given for payment of an account for produce purchased, this limit varying with different goods.
3.nounA 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."
4.noun(writing) A suggestion for inspiration given to an author.
5.verbTo lead (someone) toward what they should say or do."I prompted him to get a new job."
6.verbTo 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."
7.verbTo initiate; to cause or lead to.
8.adjectiveQuick; acting without delay."He was very prompt at getting a new job."
9.adjectiveOn time; punctual."Be prompt for your appointment."
10.adjectiveReady; willing to act.