Meaning & Definition of word "Promise"
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Promise
/ˈprɒmɪs/
noun:
- 1. A declaration or assurance that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.
- Example: She made a promise to finish the project by the end of the week.
- 2. An indication of future success or potential.
- Example: The young athlete shows great promise for the future.
verb:
- 1. To assure someone that one will definitely do something.
- Example: He promised to call her as soon as he arrived.
- 2. To give ground for a promise or to indicate that something will happen.
- Example: The weather report promises sunny skies for the weekend.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'promesse', from Latin 'promissum'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
keep a promise:
To fulfill a commitment made to someone.
make a promise:
To give one's word to do something.
broken promise:
A failure to fulfill a commitment.
Related Words
promisee:
The person to whom a promise is made.
promisor:
The person who makes a promise.
Slang Meanings of promise
Meaning: A guarantee to do something, often used informally.
Example Sentence: I promise, I’ll be there.
Meaning: A way of saying that something is likely to happen.
Example Sentence: The weather looks promising for the picnic.