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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|---|---|
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| scion | descendant |
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| fitful | characterized by fits or paroxysms |
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| congenital | existing at or dating from birth |
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