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Promising Definition & Meaning

promising
adjective
  1. showing possibility of achievement or excellence; "a promising young man"
  2. full or promise; "had a bright future in publishing"; "the scandal threatened an abrupt end to a promising political career"; "a hopeful new singer on Broadway"

"Promising" in song lyrics

See how promising is used in real songs:

  • "We comin in different change it up that's what I'm promising"
    Hopsin — Super Duper Fly
  • "World's first anti-obesity shot promising"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

Usage tips for "promising"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "promising" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for promising to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does promising mean?
showing possibility of achievement or excellence; "a promising young man" full or promise; "had a bright future in publishing"; "the scandal threatened an abrupt end to a promising political career"; "a hopeful new singer on Broadway"
What part of speech is promising?
Promising is an adjective.
How many definitions does promising have?
Promising has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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