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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
| phylum | a direct line of descent within a group |
| vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |
| blue | of the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue |