GRE Word List
BETOKEN
to typify beforehand : presage
The meaning of the word betoken is to typify beforehand : presage.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| adapt | to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| hatch | a small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship) |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| miscreant | unbelieving |
| smelt | any of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste |
| engage | to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| corroborate | to support with evidence or authority : make more certain |
| slew | a large number |