Prompt (prmt; 215), a. [Compar. Prompter (?); superl. Promptest.] [F.
prompt, L. promptus, properly, brought forth (to light or view), hence,
visible, evident, at hand, ready, quick, -- p. p. of promere to take or
bring forth; pro forth + emere to take. See Redeem. ]
1. Ready and quick to act as occasion demands; meeting requirements
readily; not slow, dilatory, or hesitating in decision or action;
responding on the instant; immediate; as, prompt in obedience or
compliance; -- said of persons.
Very discerning and prompt in giving orders.
Clarendon.
Tell him I am prompt To lay my crown at's feet.
Shak.
And you, perhaps, too prompt in your replies.
Dryden.
2. Done or rendered quickly, readily, or immediately; given without
delay or hesitation; -- said of conduct; as, prompt assistance.
When Washington heard the voice of his country in distress, his
obedience was prompt.
Ames.