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promising

[ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ]

promising Definition

  • 1showing signs of future success or development
  • 2likely to be successful or helpful
  • 3full of promise; exciting

Using promising: Examples

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

  • Example

    The young athlete has a promising future ahead of him.

  • Example

    The new treatment shows promising results in clinical trials.

  • Example

    The company's promising growth has attracted investors.

  • Example

    The novel's promising plot kept me engaged until the end.

promising Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with promising

  • a good beginning that suggests future success

    Example

    The team had a promising start to the season, winning their first three games.

  • a career with potential for future success and advancement

    Example

    She has a promising career in medicine, with several job offers already on the table.

  • a person or thing that is likely to be successful or helpful in the future

    Example

    The new product is a promising prospect for the company's growth.

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Summary: promising in Brief

The term 'promising' [ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ] describes something that shows signs of future success or development, or is likely to be successful or helpful. It can refer to people, things, or situations, as in 'The young athlete has a promising future ahead of him.' 'Promising' extends into phrases like 'a promising start,' and 'a promising career,' denoting potential for success and advancement.

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