Simple meaning
What does Promise mean?
Promise means saying you will do something and meaning it.
Dictionary definition
A clear statement that you will do something, or an action of making that commitment.
Example sentences
Promise in a sentence
easy
I made a promise to return the book tomorrow.
medium
Please promise to play fairly and kindly.
hard
Keeping a promise builds trust over time.
Synonyms
Words like Promise
pledgeUse for a serious promise.
commitmentUse for a promise you plan to keep.
Antonyms
Opposite words
breakUse when someone does not keep a promise.
betrayUse when trust is broken instead of kept.
Word family
Promise word family
Base word
promise
verb
promised
Made or kept a promise in the past.
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Practice 1
What does promise mean?
A promise is a commitment that others can trust you to keep.
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