prom

/proʊm/ or /prɒm/

Definitions

1. noun

a formal dance at the end of the school year, typically for high school students, where students are escorted by a date, often to a public venue such as a hotel, restaurant, or other private event space.

“She went to the prom with her boyfriend last night.”

2. verb

to provide or offer something, especially a chance or an opportunity, to someone.

“The company is promoting the new product to the entire market.”

3. verb

to give a higher rank or status to something or someone, especially in a business or official context.

“The employee was promoted to the position of team leader after six months.”

4. verb

to publicly display or advertise something, especially in a showy or flashy way.

“The company is promoting their new product with a big advertising campaign.”

Synonyms

  • dance
  • escort
  • gala
  • social

Antonyms

  • demote
  • dismiss