Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A thing that causes someone to do something or reminds them to take action.
Prompt
/prɒm(p)t/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Yes," he prompted eagerly.
But, no, indeed, far different thoughts were prompting her!
"You know what's at stake," Victor prompts.
Etymology:
The word prompt originates from the Latin promptus, meaning brought forth, and evolved via Old French prompte before entering the English language in the late 15th century.
Usage Statistics:
21 mentions per 1 million words 
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