GRE Word List
PORTEND
to give an omen or anticipatory sign of
The meaning of the word portend is to give an omen or anticipatory sign of.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| somnambulist | an abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| impassive | giving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
| hive | a container for housing honeybees |
| infallible | incapable of error : unerring |