プロンプト - 定義、意味、同義語

Prompt - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com SKIP TO CONTENT prompt /prɑm(p)t/ /prɒmpt/ IPA guide Other forms: prompted; prompting; prompts; promptest If you're prompt , you're on time. Go ahead and be prompt to class. Also, to prompt is to inspire or make happen. Getting in trouble for being late should prompt you to get a better alarm clock. The adjective prompt can mean "as scheduled," or simply "quick." When you prompt someone, you motivate them in some way: you might offer a reminder, assistance, or even inspiration to do something. For example, honking your car horn prompts your friend to get moving, and speaking up in defense of your classmate might prompt a bully to change his ways. If a director prompts an actor who's forgotten his lines, she reminds him what comes next. Definitions of prompt adjective according to schedule or without delay; on time “the train is prompt ” synonyms: punctual acting or arriving or performed exactly at the time appointed adjective performed with little or no delay “a prompt reply” synonyms: immediate , quick , straightaway fast acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly adjective ready and willing or quick to act “she is always prompt to help her friends” synonyms: ready completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress verb give an incentive for action synonyms: actuate , incentivize , incite , motivate , move , propel affect , impress , move , strike have an emotional or cognitive impact upon move arouse sympathy or compassion in see more see less type of: cause , do , make give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally verb serve as the inciting cause of “She prompted me to call my relatives” synonyms: inspire , instigate see more see less type of: cause , get , have , induce , make , stimulate cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner verb assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned synonyms: cue , remind see more see less type of: inform impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to noun a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) synonyms: prompting see more see less type of: cue an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech noun something designed to elicit a response, especially a written response from a student noun (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command synonyms: command prompt see more see less type of: electronic communication communication by computer Pronunciation US /prɑm(p)t/ UK /prɒmpt/ Cite this entry Style: MLA MLA APA Chicago Copy citation DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘prompt' . Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback Word Family Vocabulary lists containing prompt Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List A thorough survey of various textbooks, assignments, content area standards, and examinations yields the following list of words compiled by Jim Burke . You cannot expect to succeed on assignments if you do not understand the directions. Essential English Vocabulary, List 1 Set yourself up for success on the TOEFL Exam by mastering these common English vocabulary words. "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 20–25 In this classic coming-of-age story, Scout Finch recounts her childhood in Maycomb, Alabama. When Scout's father is appointed to defend a black man in a high-profile trial, racial tensions in the small town come to a head. Here are links to our lists for the novel: Chapters 1–6 , Chapters 7–11 , Chapters 12–15 , Chapters 16–19 , Chapters 20–25 , Chapters 26–31 Here is a link to our lists for Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee MORE VOCABULARY LISTS 2 million people are mastering new words. Master a word Sign up now (it’s free!) Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement. Get started