promptly

• Adverbe signifiant « sans délai » ou « immédiatement ». Il est utilisé pour décrire une action effectuée rapidement ou au moment prévu.

An adverb meaning "without delay" or "immediately." It is used to describe an action performed quickly or at the scheduled time.

1. Without delayB1formal

   In a quick or immediate manner; without hesitation.

   sans délai / immédiatement

   • She promptly replied to the email within an hour.
   • The fire department arrived promptly after the alarm sounded.
   • He promptly paid the bill to avoid any late fees.

   Synonymesforthwithimmediatelyinstantlyquicklyright awayspeedilyswiftly

   Antonymesbelatedlylatelyslowlytardily

2. Exactly at the scheduled timeB1formal

   At the correct or appointed time; punctually.

   ponctuellement

   • The meeting started promptly at 9 AM.
   • Please arrive promptly for your appointment.
   • The train departed promptly at noon.

   Synonymeson the doton timepunctuallysharp