Simple meaning
What does Prompt mean?
an instruction that starts a task.
Dictionary definition
a question or instruction that starts a response or activity.
Example sentences
Prompt in a sentence
easy
Our class used prompt during today's activity.
medium
In homework instructions, the teacher explained how to use prompt correctly.
hard
During group work, students discussed how prompt helped organize information and improve communication.
Synonyms
Words like Prompt
related school termClose meaning in classroom or assignment contexts.
similar learning wordUsed in similar school situations with slight differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unorganized stepContrast when work is not structured or clear.
missing itemContrast when something needed is not provided.
Word family
Prompt word family
Base word
prompt
noun
prompt
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does prompt mean?
Prompt means an instruction that starts a task.
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