promptitude
noun
promp·ti·tude
ˈpräm(p)-tə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
: the quality or habit of being prompt : promptness
Examples of promptitude in a Sentence
his chronic tardiness has put him in poor standing with his boss, who values hustle and promptitude
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This electro-automatic arrangement … will deliver letters almost with the promptitude of the telegraph sending a message.
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promptitude
noun
promp·ti·tude
ˈpräm(p)-tə-ˌt(y)üd
: the quality or habit of being prompt : promptness
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