The crossword solutions for the term BUD PROMISE are BLOOM (5 letters) and LOU (3 letters). A bud promise is a promise made between two people, usually friends, to remain loyal and true to one another. The word BLOOM is often used to describe the process of growth and development, which is what happens when two people make a bud promise. Lou is a shortened form of the name Louis, which is derived from the Germanic name Chlodowig meaning 'famous warrior'. Thus, the two words together symbolize the strength and commitment of a bud promise.