Synonyms for prompt

Other words for “prompt”, grouped by meaning.

We found 17 synonyms for “prompt”. The most common are prompting, command prompt, motivate, actuate, propel.

noun a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken)

Synonymsprompting

noun (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command

verb give an incentive for action

verb serve as the inciting cause of

verb assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned

Synonymsremindcue

adjective according to schedule or without delay; on time

Similarpunctual

adjective ready and willing or quick to act

Similarready

adjective performed with little or no delay

Similarfast

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University