GRE Word List

BETOKEN

to typify beforehand : presage

The meaning of the word betoken is to typify beforehand : presage.

Random words

WordMeaning
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
igniteto set afire
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
agrarianof or relating to fields or lands or their tenure
capsizeto cause to overturn
schismdivision
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash