Definition of up and coming in English English dictionary
likely to achieve success; becoming more successful; intelligent and industrious; gumptious
emerging; aspiring; improving; beginning to attract attention or critical acclaim
The theater likes to feature up-and-coming singers and comedians.
Up-and-coming people are likely to be successful in the future. his readiness to share the limelight with young, up-and-coming stars Mr Hurford is an up-and-coming player. likely to become successful or popular