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Meaning of promising

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

promising

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹɒmɪsɪŋ//ˈpɹɑmɪsɪŋ/

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.

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of making a promise.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Showing promise, and likely to develop in a desirable fashion.

    Example: a promising young apprentice

  2. Encouraging and inspiring confidence.