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promising

/ˈpɹɒmɪsɪŋ/

verb

Meaning

  • To 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."

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

    "The clouds promise rain."

Synonyms

halsen

noun

Meaning

  • The act of making a promise.

adjective

Meaning

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

    "a promising young apprentice"

  • Encouraging and inspiring confidence.