promote

/pɹəmˈə‍ʊt/

/pɹəˈmoʊt/

[verb]

to promote

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to move to a higher position or rank

synonyms : advance

antonyms : demote

to help or support the progress or development of something

synonyms : advance

boost

encourage

further

to encourage the public to buy a product or use a service

synonyms : advertise

advertize

push

change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent

be changed for a superior chess or checker piece

Examples

1. Our school promotes a culture of respect and kindness.

2. She was promoted to manager after years of hard work.

3. Sarah was promoted to manager of the marketing department.

4. We won’t be promoting Larry.

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