promised
UK: /ˈprɒmɪst/ | US: /ˈprɑːmɪst/
vt. (past tense of "promise") committed to do, give, or ensure something
vt. assured someone that something will happen or be done
adj. guaranteed or pledged (e.g., "a promised reward")
The word "promise" originates from the Latin promissum (a vow, literally "something sent forth"), derived from promittere ("to send forward, pledge"). The Latin breaks into pro- (forward) + mittere (to send). Over time, "promise" evolved in Middle English via Old French promesse, retaining its core meaning of a commitment. The suffix -ed marks the past tense, turning the verb into a completed action.
She promised to return by noon.
The manager promised a full refund.
The promised land was finally within reach.
He never promised perfection, only effort.
They delivered on their promised improvements.