GRE Word List
FORESHADOW
to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
The meaning of the word foreshadow is to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| smirk | to smile in a smug or condescending way |
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