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Wordabulary

promote

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To move someone up to a higher position, or to help something become more popular or known.

"He was promoted to team leader after only eight months."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

demote

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He was _____ to team leader after only eight months."

Answer: promote

In your own words, what does "promote" mean?

To move someone up to a higher position, or to help something become more popular or known.

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