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British pronunciation/pɹˈɒmpt/
American pronunciation/ˈpɹɑmpt/

Definition & Meaning of "prompt"

to prompt
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to encourage someone to do or say something

Ditransitive: to prompt sb to do sth
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to make something happen

Transitive: to prompt an action or change
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to assist someone by suggesting the next words or actions they may have forgotten or not fully learned

Transitive: to prompt sb
prompt
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done or happening without delay

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(of a person) ready and willing to act quickly

Prompt
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a word or phrase that an actor says to signal another actor to begin acting or say a line

What is a "prompt"?

A prompt is a word or phrase spoken by an actor to signal another actor to start their dialogue or action. It serves as a cue for the other actor to remember their part and continue the performance seamlessly. Prompts are used to maintain the flow of the performance and prevent interruptions due to forgotten lines or missed cues.

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a symbol, message, or signal on a computer screen that indicates the system is ready to receive input or commands from the user

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Example
The coach prompted the team to give their best effort.
The counselor gently prompted the client to express their feelings
The audience's enthusiastic response prompted the speaker to share more insights and stories during the presentation.
During the interview, the journalist prompted the interviewee to share personal anecdotes.
The teacher used thought-provoking questions to prompt students to participate actively in class discussions.
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