Promptness

Pronunciation: /ˈprɑmptnəs/

Definitions of promptness

noun the quality of being prompt or on time

Example Sentences

A1 Promptness is important in daily tasks.

A2 She was praised for her promptness in responding to emails.

B1 The company values promptness in meeting deadlines.

B2 His success can be attributed to his promptness in decision-making.

C1 The lawyer's promptness in handling the case impressed the clients.

C2 The airline is known for its promptness in resolving customer complaints.

Examples of promptness in a Sentence

formal The promptness of his response to the emergency situation saved many lives.

informal I appreciate your promptness in completing the task on time.

slang Her promptness in showing up to the party was on point.

figurative The promptness of the sunrise brought hope to the weary travelers.

Grammatical Forms of promptness

• plural: promptnesses
• comparative: more prompt
• superlative: most prompt
• present tense: prompt
• future tense: will be prompt
• perfect tense: has been prompt
• continuous tense: is being prompt
• singular: promptness
• positive degree: prompt
• infinitive: to prompt
• gerund: prompting
• participle: prompted

Origin and Evolution of promptness

First Known Use: 1513 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'promptness' originated from the Latin word 'promptus' which means ready or at hand.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'promptness' has retained its original meaning of being ready or punctual, but has also come to encompass efficiency and quickness in completing tasks.