promising
Pronunciation: [ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ]
Word
Context: "expectation"
(adjective) when something shows signs that it might be really good or successful in the future. If a person, idea, or project seems likely to do well, we say it is promising.
Example
The student's writing is very promising; I believe she will be a great author one day.
Example
Although the project started out promising, it faced many difficulties and did not succeed.
Example
Do you think this plan is promising enough to invest in?
Context: "commitment"
(verb) to make a promise or to say you will do something in the future. This is like telling someone you will definitely help them with something later.
Example
She is promising to finish her homework by tonight.
Example
He didn't promise to help us, so we have to find another way.
Example
What did you promise to do yesterday?
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