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 |
|---|---|
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| yokel | a naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| whim | a capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| wreak | bring about |
| complaisant | marked by an inclination to please or oblige |
| reactionary | relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |