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
pluckto pull or pick off or out
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
abutto border on : to touch along an edge
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)