promised
/ˈpɹɒm.ɪst/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Predicted; expected; anticipated.
Adjective
Examples
On December 16, the Times reported that if the promised weather change came, Robert would likely take off the next day.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Under obligation to some future commitment, such as a marriage or vocation.
Adjective
Examples
After a moment, as they danced, he put the question, and she said, “I am promised to Neskaya Tower.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “promised” mean?
Predicted; expected; anticipated.
Is “promised” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.