promise

[ˈprɒmɪs]

promise Definition

• 1. a declaration or assurance that one will do something or refrain from doing something
• 2. a thing that gives hope that something good or positive will happen or be the case

Using promise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "promise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He made a promise to always be there for her.

• Example

  The company's promise of quality products was not fulfilled.

• Example

  I can't make any promises, but I'll try my best.

• Example

  She kept her promise to visit her grandmother every week.

promise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for promise

• pledge
• vow
• oath
• commitment
• word

Antonyms for promise

• break
• violate
• disappoint

Idioms Using promise

• hold someone to their promise

  to remind or force someone to keep their promise

  Example

  I'm going to hold you to your promise to help me move next weekend.

• a promise is a promise

  a statement emphasizing the importance of keeping one's word

  Example

  You promised to take me to the park today, and a promise is a promise.

• no promises

  a statement indicating that one cannot guarantee a particular outcome

  Example

  I'll try my best to finish the project on time, but no promises.

Phrases with promise

• promise land

  a place or situation that is highly desirable or idealized

  Example

  For many immigrants, America was the promise land where they could start a new life.

• promise oneself

  to make a personal commitment to do something

  Example

  After failing the exam, she promised herself to study harder next time.

• promise the moon

  to make extravagant promises that are unlikely to be fulfilled

  Example

  The politician promised the moon during his campaign, but failed to deliver on most of his pledges.

Origins of promise

from Old French 'promesse', from Latin 'promissum', neuter past participle of 'promittere', meaning 'send forth, foretell, promise'

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Summary: promise in Brief

The term 'promise' [ˈprɒmɪs] refers to a declaration or assurance that one will do something or refrain from doing something, or a thing that gives hope that something good or positive will happen. It can be used in contexts ranging from personal commitments to corporate marketing, as in 'The company's promise of quality products was not fulfilled.' Phrases like 'promise land' and idioms like 'hold someone to their promise' further illustrate the concept of promise.