An actor's prompt is usually referred to as a line or a cue that is delivered to an actor during a play or a performance to remind them of their next line or action. Other words that can be used to describe an actor's prompt include direction, instruction, guidance, prompter, reminder, cue, signal, hint, suggestion, clue, and indication. These synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context and the type of performance or play being done. The use of different synonyms can also add color and variety to the description of an actor's prompt.