1. past tense and past participle of promise; gave one’s word to do something or that something would happen

1. that has been assured or guaranteed to happen

Examples

• She promised to call me tonight.
• He promised his mother he would be home by ten.
• The company promised better working conditions.
• They promised each other they would stay in touch.
• The promised land seemed within reach.
• The promised reforms never materialized.
• We’re still waiting for the promised improvements.