Definitions and Examples of on time, prompt, immediate
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Example
The train arrived on time and we were able to catch our connecting flight.
Done without delay; on time.
Example
He always pays his bills promptly to avoid late fees.
Happening or done without delay; instant.
Example
The doctor said that she needed immediate medical attention.
Key Differences: on time vs prompt vs immediate
- 1On time implies that something is happening or done at the expected or planned time, whereas prompt suggests that something is done without delay.
- 2Immediate conveys a sense of urgency and means that something is happening or done instantly, without any delay.
Effective Usage of on time, prompt, immediate
- 1Punctuality: Use on time to describe events that happen at the expected or planned time.
- 2Efficiency: Use prompt to describe actions that are done without delay.
- 3Urgency: Use immediate to describe situations that require instant action.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of delayed are on time, prompt, and immediate. Use on time to describe events that happen at the expected or planned time, prompt to describe actions that are done without delay, and immediate to describe situations that require instant action.
