Definition for PROMPT'I-TUDE

PROMPT'I-TUDE, n. [Fr. from L. promptus; It. prontitudine; Sp. prontitud.]

  1. Readiness; quickness of decision and action when occasion demands. In the sudden vicissitudes of a battle, promptitude in a commander is one of the most essential qualifications.
  2. Readiness of will; cheerful alacrity; as, promptitude in obedience or compliance.

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