promoted

word · lemma: promote

/pɹəˈmoʊtɪd/
pruh-MOH-did
/pɹəmˈəʊtɪd/
pruh-MOH-tid

Definition

Given a higher position or rank, often at work. It can also mean something has been advertised or encouraged to grow.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to jobs: 'promoted to manager'. Can also be used for advertising: 'promoted a product'. Formal in most work contexts. Don't confuse with 'supported' (helped) or 'raised' (increased).

Example Sentences

Tom was promoted after only one year at the company.

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She was promoted to team leader last month.

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The new product was heavily promoted on social media.

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After years of hard work, I finally got promoted!

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I can't believe they promoted him over me.

natural

The movie was cleverly promoted with viral videos online.

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