promptly

• 副词，表示“毫不拖延”或“立即”。用来描述动作迅速完成或按时完成。

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.

   立即

   • 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.

   同义词forthwithimmediatelyinstantlyquicklyright awayspeedilyswiftly

   反义词belatedlylatelyslowlytardily

2. Exactly at the scheduled timeB1formal

   At the correct or appointed time; punctually.

   准时

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

   同义词on the doton timepunctuallysharp