A "prompt" is a cue or stimulus that encourages a response or action. In writing, prompts can be questions, statements, or scenarios designed to inspire creativity and guide the writer's thoughts. They are often used in educational settings to help students generate ideas and practice their writing skills. In the context of technology, particularly in artificial intelligence, a prompt refers to the input given to a model like ChatGPT to generate a specific output. The quality and clarity of the prompt can significantly influence the relevance and accuracy of the response produced by the AI.