promptly Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. adverb with little or no delay
   quick; quickly.
   
   • the rescue squad arrived promptly
   • come here, quick!
2. adverb in a punctual manner
   pronto; readily.
   
   • he did his homework promptly
3. adverb at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence)
   right away.
   
   • he promptly forgot the address

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