Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Promise.
How to pronounce promise:
US
Promise - as a noun
A verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
commitment18dedication14speech actHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Grounds for feeling hopeful about the future
Example: "There is little or no promise that he will recover"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hope9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expectation22outlook11prospect14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Promise - as a verb
Make a promise or commitment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assure6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declare10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Promise to undertake or give
Example: "I promise you my best effort"
Make a prediction about; tell in advance
Example: "Call the outcome of an election"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anticipate14call6forebode14foretell11predict12prognosticate18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
guess6hazard19pretend10venture10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Give grounds for expectations
Example: "The new results were promising"
Example Sentences
"She made a promise to never give up on her dreams."
"He broke his promise to help me move."
"I need you to keep your promise and pick up the groceries."
"Their company's main promise is to provide excellent customer service."
"John's promise to his parents was to always be honest."
Word Game Points
Is PROMISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, promise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROMISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PROMISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, promise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROMISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is PROMISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, promise is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROMISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
