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Meaning of prompted

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

prompted

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹɒmptɪd//ˈpɹɑmptɪd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.

    Example: I prompted him to get a new job.

  2. To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.

    Example: If he forgets his words I will prompt him.

  3. To initiate; to cause or lead to.