promising
v. B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈpɹɑməsɪŋ// UK //pɹˈɒmɪsɪŋ// promis·ing
v. showing signs that something will be successful or good in the future. You use this to describe someone or something with a lot of potential.
v. indicating a high probability of future success or favorable results. Often used to describe nascent talent or early-stage developments.
The young pianist gave a very promising performance.
Initial results from the clinical trial are promising, suggesting the new treatment could be effective for many patients.
Despite the volatile market, the startup's first quarter showed promising growth, attracting significant interest from venture capitalists looking for long-term stability.
Usage
Typically functions as an attributive adjective before a noun, though it can follow linking verbs like 'seem' or 'look'.