I. verb
1.
Synonyms: induce 1, argue (into), bring around, convince, draw, get, persuade, prevail (on or upon), talk (into), win (over)
2.
Synonyms: urge , egg (on), exhort, goad, prick, prod, propel, sic, spur
II. adjective
1.
Synonyms: quick 2, apt, ready
Related Word: alert, vigilant, watchful, wide-awake; expeditious, speedy, swift
Contrasted words: lax, remiss, slack; dilatory
2.
Synonyms: punctual 2, timely