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prompting

The correct spelling is prompting.

How to pronounce prompting

verb

Say it like: Pro-mpt-ing

The correct spelling is prompting. To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do. For example: "I prompted him to get a new job."

Usage Examples

I prompted him to get a new job.

If he forgets his words I will prompt him.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.
  2. 2.To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.
  3. 3.To initiate; to cause or lead to.

noun

  1. 1.The action of saying something to persuade, encourage, or remind someone to do or say something.

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