Definition of promptly

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • promptly is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • promptly is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • promptly is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 20

Definition of promptly


  • in a punctual manner (adverb)

    Examples

    1. he did his homework promptly

    Synonyms

    1. pronto
    2. readily
  • at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence) (adverb)

    Examples

    1. he promptly forgot the address

    Synonyms

    1. right away
  • with little or no delay (adverb)

    Examples

    1. the rescue squad arrived promptly

    Synonyms

    1. quick
    2. quickly

See definition of promptly in Merriam Webster