adverb
- without delay; immediately
- at the expected or proper time; punctually
Examples
- She answered the phone promptly on the first ring.
- The meeting will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
- He promptly apologized for his mistake.
- The waiter promptly brought us our drinks.
- Please respond to the invitation promptly.
- The doctor saw her promptly at the scheduled time.
- They promptly left the building when the alarm sounded.