GRE Word List
HARBINGER
something that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
The meaning of the word harbinger is something that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
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| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |