promptly
Translation
promptly, quickly, punctually
Examples
She answered the email promptly.
She answered the email promptly.
Please arrive promptly at 8 AM.
Please arrive promptly at 8 AM.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) promptly to do (sth.) without delay or at the correct time He paid the bill promptly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: quickly, swiftly, punctually; Antonyms: slowly, late
Etymology
From Latin 'promptus' meaning 'ready, brought forth'. The '-ly' suffix marks it as an adverb.
Memory Tips
Think of a prompter in a play who gives lines 'promptly' so the actors don't have to wait.