unpromising — Showing little or no indication of future success; unlikely to turn out well or favorably.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Showing little or no indication of future success; unlikely to turn out well or favorably.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈprɑːmɪsɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 장래성이 없는, 전망이 어두운
Korean pronunciation: 언-프라-미-싱 (강세: 프라)
Example Sentences
- Despite his unpromising grades, he became a successful entrepreneur.
- The first date seemed unpromising when he showed up in pajamas.
- The unpromising weather forecast didn't stop the determined hikers.
unpromising
ADJECTIVE//ʌnˈprɑːmɪsɪŋ//
Showing little or no indication of future success; unlikely to turn out well or favorably.
Showing little or no indication of future success; unlikely to turn out well or favorably.
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Origin
From the French word 'prometre' (to promise) from the mid-15th century, combined with the negative prefix 'un-'. The word evolved from meaning 'to pledge' to 'to give hope or expectation of success'.
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“Despite his unpromising grades, he became a successful entrepreneur.”
“The first date seemed unpromising when he showed up in pajamas.”
“The unpromising weather forecast didn't stop the determined hikers.”
“My cooking skills looked unpromising after I burned water.”
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