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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pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
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oatmealmeal made from oats
limnto draw or paint on a surface
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
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