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Meaning of promised

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

promised

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹɒm.ɪst//ˈpɹɑ.mɪst/

verb

Definitions

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

    Example: He promised to never return to this town again.

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

    Example: The clouds promise rain.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Predicted; expected; anticipated.

  2. Under obligation to some future commitment, such as a marriage or vocation.

  3. Due to become manifest because of a past promise.