promis

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Promis

Definition:

Promis is a word derived from the combination of "promise" and "miss." It refers to someone who fails to keep their promise or commitment.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A person who fails to fulfill a promise or commitment.

Example sentence: John turned out to be a promis when he didn't show up for our lunch meeting.

Sense 2:

A situation where someone fails to keep their word or honor an agreement.

Example sentence: The company's repeated failures to deliver on time made them known as a promis in the industry.