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 |
|---|---|
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
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| unfeigned | not feigned or hypocritical : genuine |
| irrelevant | not relevant : inapplicable |
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| meddlesome | given to meddling |
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