promising
pronunciation
How to pronounce promising in British English:
UK [ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ]
How to pronounce promising in American English:
US [ˈprɑːmɪsɪŋ]
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- Adjective:
- showing possibility of achievement or excellence
- full or promise
Word Origin
- promising (adj.)
- "showing signs of future excellence," c. 1600, present participle adjective from promise (v.). Related: Promisingly.
Example
- 1. Mr gonzalez sees other technology firms as promising candidates .
- 2. It is natural to want the most promising applicants .
- 3. In general , its future seems very promising .
- 4. But the most promising site for new conservation is at home .
- 5. For patients who have experienced heart trouble previously , the device sounds promising .