promise (Meaning)

Wordnet

promise (n)

a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future

grounds for feeling hopeful about the future

Wordnet

promise (v)

make a promise or commitment

promise to undertake or give

make a prediction about; tell in advance

give grounds for expectations

promise Sentence Examples

  1. She made a promise to always be there for her best friend in times of need.
  2. The politician's campaign was built on the promise of positive change for the community.
  3. The company's CEO gave a heartfelt speech, reaffirming their promise to prioritize sustainability.
  4. He broke his promise to quit smoking, disappointing his family and friends.
  5. The sunrise was a beautiful promise of a new day filled with possibilities.
  6. The teacher saw great promise in her student's artistic abilities and encouraged them to pursue their passion.
  7. The contract included a promise of confidentiality, ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
  8. They exchanged promises of eternal love during their wedding ceremony.
  9. Despite facing numerous challenges, she never lost sight of her promise to succeed.
  10. The elderly couple's enduring love was a testament to the power of keeping promises.

FAQs About the word promise

a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future, grounds for feeling hopeful about the future, make a promise

pledge,vow, swear, covenant,ensure, agree, insist, guarantee, affiance, troth

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She made a promise to always be there for her best friend in times of need.

The politician's campaign was built on the promise of positive change for the community.

The company's CEO gave a heartfelt speech, reaffirming their promise to prioritize sustainability.

He broke his promise to quit smoking, disappointing his family and friends.