done without delay立即的；迅速的；及时的◆Prompt payment would be appreciated.如蒙立即付款，将不胜感激。◆prompt action to stop falling sales为阻止销量下降而迅速采取的行动(about a person) acting without delay; arriving at the right time（人）敏捷的，迅速的，准时的◆Please be prompt when attending these meetings.请准时出席上述会议。SYNpunctual ▸ˈpromptly
adverb
◆What happens if a buyer fails to pay an instalment promptly?如果买方未能及时分期付款会怎样？▸ˈpromptness