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- pronunciation:
- pra
mihs
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
a statement that makes someone feel sure that something will happen or be done.
She made him a promise that she would call.- similar words:
- oath, obligation, pledge, warrant, word
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| related words: |
guarantee |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
promises, promising, promised |
| definition: |
to state, in a way that makes someone feel sure, that something will happen or will be done.
The children promised to be home before dark.The mechanic promised that the car would be ready by Tuesday.- similar words:
- assure, commit, guarantee, pledge, swear
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| derivation: |
promiser (n.) |
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