PROMISES
/ˈpɹɒmɪsɪz/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of PROMISES
An oath or affirmation; a vow
"if I make a promise, I always stick to it; he broke his promise"
A transaction between two persons whereby the first person undertakes in the future to render some service or gift to the second person or devotes something valuable now and here to his use
Reason to expect improvement or success; potential
"She shows great promise as an actress."
To commit to (some action or outcome), or to assure (a person) of such commitment; to make an oath or vow.
"He promised to never return to this town again."
To give grounds for expectation, especially of something good.
"The clouds promise rain."
Examples of PROMISES in a Sentence
- "if I make a promise, I always stick to it; he broke his promise"
- "She shows great promise as an actress."
- "He promised to never return to this town again."
- "The clouds promise rain."
Word Details
Is PROMISES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PROMISES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PROMISES uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PROMISES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | o | m | i | s | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Anagrams of PROMISES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PROMISES
100 words from the letters in PROMISES
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How to Use PROMISES in Word Games
PROMISES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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