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单词 promptitude
释义

promptitude

noun

promp·​ti·​tude ˈpräm(p)-tə-ˌtüd How to pronounce promptitude (audio)
-ˌtyüd
: the quality or habit of being prompt : promptness

Synonyms

  • promptness
  • punctuality
  • timeliness
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Example Sentences

his chronic tardiness has put him in poor standing with his boss, who values hustle and promptitude
Recent Examples on the Web This electro-automatic arrangement … will deliver letters almost with the promptitude of the telegraph sending a message. Kevin Leonard, baltimoresun.com, 6 Sep. 2019

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Late Latin promptitudo, from Latin promptus

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

promptitude

noun

as in readiness
the quality or habit of arriving or being ready on time his chronic tardiness has put him in poor standing with his boss, who values hustle and promptitude

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • readiness
  • promptness
  • willingness
  • timeliness
  • punctuality
  • quickness
  • alacrity
  • earliness
  • prematurity
  • aptness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • tardiness
  • slowness
  • unpunctuality
  • lateness
  • belatedness
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