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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| bicameral | having, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber |
| loquacious | full of excessive talk : wordy |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
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| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
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| immune | not susceptible or responsive |
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