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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|---|---|
| stipulate | to make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract |
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| codify | to reduce to a code |
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| peerless | matchless |
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