promptitude

[ promp-ti-tood, -tyood ]

noun

1. promptness.

promptitude

/ ˈprɒmptɪˌtjuːd /

noun

1. the quality of being prompt; punctuality

Word History and Origins

Origin of promptitude¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English word from Late Latin word prōmptitūdō. See prompt, -i-, -tude

Example Sentences

But when a filing error does happen, an honest person will act with reasonable promptitude to tidy it up.

From The Daily Beast

There was no vivacity in his putty-coloured features, but there were promptitude and decision in every abrupt gesture.

From Project Gutenberg

He had, however, recovered sufficiently to enable him to act with promptitude and discretion.

From Project Gutenberg

The promptitude of the general's action harmonised with the wisdom and boldness of his opinion.

From Project Gutenberg

The urgent necessity is first promptitude and then progress in respect of knowing Him.

From Project Gutenberg

Immediately after the council, the admiral with his customary promptitude kept away for Egypt under all sail.

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