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
outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
expedientsuitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
bestowto put to use : apply
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity
gamelya physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust