promptly
adv. manner B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɹɑmpɫi// UK //pɹˈɒmptli// prompt·ly
adv. doing something right away or at exactly the right time. You use this when you want to show that there was no delay.
adv. without delay; at the exact time specified. Often used to describe efficient professional conduct or strict adherence to a schedule.
The meeting started promptly at nine o'clock.
Please reply promptly to the invitation so we can finalize the guest list.
The legal team responded promptly to the court's request for additional documentation, ensuring that the trial proceeded without any further administrative delays.
From prompt + -ly.
Usage
Typically placed after the verb or at the end of the clause; can also precede the verb for emphasis.