Promising

verb

/ˈpɹɒmɪsɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 9.7

Definitions

1.verbTo commit to (some action or outcome), or to assure (a person) of such commitment; to make an oath or vow.

"He promised to never return to this town again."

2.verbTo give grounds for expectation, especially of something good.

"The clouds promise rain."

3.nounThe act of making a promise.

4.adjectiveShowing promise, and likely to develop in a desirable fashion.

"a promising young apprentice"

5.adjectiveEncouraging and inspiring confidence.

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