promise | Definition of promise

promise

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of promise

1 to make a solemn declaration of intent

they promised to keep in touch with us after they moved away

Synonyms of promise

covenant, pledge, swear, vow

Words Related to promise

affiance, betroth, plight, troth

accede, agree, assent, consent

contract, engage, ensure, guarantee, undertake

affirm, assert, aver, avouch, avow, declare, insist, warrant

Phrases Synonymous with promise

give one's word

2 to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome

given the cast, the new sitcom promises to be an excellent show

Synonyms of promise

augur, bode, forebode (also forbode)

Words Related to promise

forecast, foretell, predict, presage, prognosticate, prophesy

anticipate, divine, foreknow, foresee

betoken, foreshadow, harbinger, portend, prefigure, presignify

indicate, signify

allude, connote, hint, imply, insinuate, intimate, suggest

Phrases Synonymous with promise