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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WordMeaning
dina loud continued noise
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
outmodednot being in style
ruthlesshaving no pity : merciless
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details