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PROMPTING definition: 1. the act of trying to make someone say something: 2. the act of trying to make someone say…. Learn more.
If you're prompt, you're on time. Go ahead and be prompt to class. Also, to prompt is to inspire or make happen. Getting in trouble for being late should prompt you to get a better alarm clock. The adjective prompt can mean "as scheduled," or simply "quick."
Definitions of prompting. noun. a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) “the audience could hear his prompting ”. synonyms: prompt. see more.
Synonyms for PROMPTING: influencing, swaying, tempting, seduction, lobbying, coaxing, pressuring, exhortation; Antonyms of PROMPTING: limiting, restricting, impeding, suppressing, controlling, stifling, crushing, quashing.
Computers. (of a computer system) to send a message or symbol to (a user) requesting information or instructions, usually by displaying the message or symbol on a screen: Once the home page has loaded, the computer will prompt you to log in to your account.
to make something happen: The bishop's speech has prompted an angry response from both political parties. Recent worries over the president's health have prompted speculation over his political future. prompt someone to do something. C2. to make someone decide to say or do something:
Definition of prompting noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Definition of prompt verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Computers. (of a computer system) to send a message or symbol to (a user) requesting information or instructions, usually by displaying the message or symbol on a screen: Once the home page has loaded, the computer will prompt you to log in to your account.
