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promise vs forebode

forebode vs promise

promise is a noun but forebode is not a noun.

promise and forebode both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
promise Yes No Yes No
forebode No No Yes No
As verbs, promise and forebode are synonyms defined as:
  • promise and forebode: make a prediction about; tell in advance
Other synonyms of promise include anticipate, call, foretell, predict, prognosticate.
promise (noun) forebode (noun)
grounds for feeling hopeful about the future
a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future
promise (verb) forebode (verb)
make a promise or commitment make a prediction about; tell in advance
promise to undertake or give
make a prediction about; tell in advance
give grounds for expectations
Difference between promise and forebode

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